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CP TD1Reference Manual

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FOR ON-SITE INSULATION TESTS

OF HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEMS

Accessories included

CP TD1 Reference Manual

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Article Number VESD0606 - Manual Version: CPC100TD1.AE.4With regard to the functionality of the CPC 100 software,

the CPC Explorer and the CPC Editor, this manual refers to the version V 1.4.

© OMICRON electronics 2007

This manual is a publication of OMICRON electronics GmbH.

All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction of any kind, e.g., photocopying, microfilming, optical character recognition and/or storage in electronic data processing systems, requires the explicit consent of OMICRON electronics. Reprinting, wholly or in part, is not permitted.

The product information, specifications, and technical data embodied in this manual represent the technical status at the time of writing and are subject to change without prior notice.

We have done our best to ensure that the information given in this manual is useful, accurate and entirely reliable. However, OMICRON electronics does not assume responsibility for any inaccuracies which may be present.

The user is responsible for every application that makes use of an OMICRON product.

OMICRON electronics translates this manual from the source language English into a number of other languages. Any translation of this manual is done for local requirements, and in the event of a dispute between the English and a non-English version, the English version of this manual shall govern.

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Contents

Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Handling Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Static Charges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1 CP TD1 Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111.1 Designated Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111.2 Functional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1.2.1 Setup of Devices with Trolley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131.2.2 Setup of Devices without Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.3 CP TD1 Connected to a Power Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141.4 CP TD1 Connected to CP CAL1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151.5 Putting CP TD1 into Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161.6 Calibrating CP TD1 Using a Reference Capacitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171.7 TanDelta Test Card - Main Page (1/2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181.8 TanDelta Test Card - Main Page (2/2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211.9 TanDelta Test Card - Settings Page (1/2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221.10 TanDelta Test Card - Settings Page (2/2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231.11 Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241.12 Technical Data of CP TD1 in Combination with CPC 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

1.12.1 High Voltage Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251.12.2 Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251.12.3 Mechanical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

1.13 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301.13.1 Cables and Clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301.13.2 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

1.14 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

2 Capacitance and Dissipation Factor Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332.1 Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332.2 Measurement of Capacitance and Dissipation Factor / Power Factor. . . . . . . . 442.3 "UST" and "GST" Measurements Using the Guard Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . 472.4 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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3 Power Transformers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 533.2 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Transformer Windings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

3.2.1 Three Winding Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603.2.2 Two Winding Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 693.2.3 Auto-Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713.2.4 Reactors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

3.3 Transformer High Voltage Bushing Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 723.4 Interpretation of Measurement Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

3.4.5 Dissipation Factor Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 723.4.6 Capacitance Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

3.5 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

4 Capacitance and DF Measurement on High Voltage Bushings. . . . . . . . .754.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 754.2 Types of Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 754.3 Bushing Troubles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 794.4 Capacitance and DF Measurement on High Voltage Bushings. . . . . . . . . . . . . 814.5 Ungrounded Specimen Test (UST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 814.6 Grounded Specimen Test (GST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 834.7 Hot Collar Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 834.8 Interpretation of Measurement Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 884.9 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

5 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Generators and Motors . . . . . . . . .93

6 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .956.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 956.2 Oil Circuit Breakers (Dead Tank) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 956.3 Oil Poor Circuit Breakers (Live Tank) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966.4 SF6 Circuit Breakers (Dead Tank with Bushings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966.5 Vacuum Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 976.6 Air Magnetic Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 976.7 Oil Circuit Reclosers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

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7 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Overvoltage Arresters . . . . . . . . . .99

8 Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1038.1 Parallel and Serial Equivalent Circuit Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1038.2 Negative DF Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1048.3 Two and Three-Winding Transformer Tests (IEEE C57.12.90) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1068.4 Limits for Test Voltages for C2 Testing on Bushings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1078.5 C2 Measurement on High Voltage Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

8.5.1 Abstract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1088.5.2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1088.5.3 Design/Construction of C1 and C2 Capacitance in Condenser Bushings . . 1088.5.4 Factors Affecting C1, C2 Capacitance and Power Factor Measurements. . 1118.5.5 Conclusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1158.5.6 Biography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1158.5.7 References. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

8.6 DF Limits of RBP Bushings (Micafil AG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1178.7 DF Limits of Bushings (B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1188.8 DF Limits of Bushings (C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1198.9 Transformer Diagnosis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

8.9.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1228.9.2 Methods of Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1248.9.3 Fault Localization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1258.9.4 Winding Resistance Measurement and On-Load Tap Changer Test . . . . . 1268.9.5 Four-Wire Connection for Transformer Winding Resistance Measurement. 1298.9.6 Safety Aspects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1308.9.7 Delta-Connected Windings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1318.9.8 Winding Resistance Measurement of a 100 MVA Transformer . . . . . . . . . . 1328.9.9 Dynamic Behavior of the Diverter Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1358.9.10 Turns Ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1368.9.11 Excitation Current. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1388.9.12 Leakage Reactance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1388.9.13 Capacitance and DF Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1408.9.14 DF Measurements on Transformer Windings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1458.9.15 Capacitance Measurements on Transformer Windings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1468.9.16 Capacitance and DF Measurements on Transformer Bushings . . . . . . . . . 1468.9.17 Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1508.9.18 References. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

8.10 Temperature Correction Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152


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Contact Information / Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

Safety Instructions

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Safety Instructions

GeneralThe application of high voltage tests is only allowed for operators who are skilled and experienced particularly in high voltage testing!

The operator is responsible for the safety requirements during the whole test.

Before performing tests using high voltage, please read the following:

• Do not perform any test without having carefully read the CPC 100 User Manual.

• Read in particular all safety instructions and follow them.

• Do not use the test equipment without a good connection to substation ground.

• Pay attention to the national and the international standards for the safe operation of high voltage test equipment (EN 50191, IEEE 510 and others).

• Always pay attention to the five safety rules:

– Isolate

– Secure to prevent reconnecting

– Check isolation

– Earth and short-circuit

– Cover or shield neighboring live parts

• Never touch any terminal without a visible earth connection!

On principle, the safety instructions that apply to CPC 100 and its accessories (refer to "Safety Instructions for CPC 100 and its Accessories" in the CPC 100 Reference Manual) also apply to CP TD1. In the following only safety instructions that exclusively apply to CP TD1 are listed.

Before handling CP TD1 or CPC 100 in any way, connect them with a solid connection of at least 6 mm2 cross-section to equipotential ground. Ground CP TD1 as close as possible to CPC 100.


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Handling Cables• Always turn off CP TD1 completely before you connect or disconnect any

cable (disconnect CPC 100 from mains or press its Emergency Stop button).

• The high voltage cable must always be well attached and tightly connected to both CP TD1 and the test object. A loose or even falling off connector at the test object carrying high voltage is life-hazardous. Make sure the connectors are clean and dry before connecting.

At CP TD1, press the high voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw cap until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of the screw-cap, clean the screw thread and use a lubricant (vaseline recommended).

At the test object, insert the high voltage cables’ plugs carefully until you feel a "click" position. Now they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them out. This should not be possible now.

Note: Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs or connectors.

Insert the yellow banana plug (the high voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug socket.

• Do not connect any cable to the test object without a visible grounding of the test object.

• The high voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50cm (20 inch) of this cable have no shield. Therefore, during a test consider this cable a life wire and due to the high voltage life-hazardous!

• Never remove any cables from CP TD1 or the test object during a test.

• Keep clear from zones in which high voltages may occur. Set up a barrier or establish similar adequate means.

• Both low voltage measuring cables must always be well attached and tightly connected to CP TD1’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B.

Make sure to insert the red and blue marked cables into the corresponding measuring inputs: IN A = red, IN B = blue.

Tighten the plugs by turning them until you feel a stop. Note: Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs or connectors.

• Do not use any other cables than the ones supplied by OMICRON.

When CPC 100 is switched on consider this part of the cable a hazard of electric shock!

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Static ChargesStatic charges on bushings or other apparatus such as transformer windings may be induced by test potentials. While the voltage may not be significant enough to do any damage, it can be a source for serious accidents due to falls caused by reflex action.

High static charges may also be encountered at the bushing capacitance taps if the covers are removed. Also, you should use safety grounds before handling.


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CP TD1 Operating Instructions

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1 CP TD1 Operating Instructions

1.1 Designated UseCP TD1 is an optionally available high precision test system for on-site insulation tests of high voltage systems like power and measuring transformers, circuit breakers, capacitors and isolators. With the add-on device CP TD1, CPC 100 increases its range of possible applications into high voltage measurements.

The internal switched mode power amplifier enables measuring at different frequencies without interferences with the mains frequency. Automatic test procedures reduce the testing time to a minimum. Test reports are generated automatically.

CP TD1 comes with its own test card named TanDelta (Tangent Delta), which provides highly accurate measurements of the capacitance Cx and the dissipation factor tanδ (DF) or power factor cosϕ (PF), respectively.

Both the dissipation factor and the power factor grant information about possible losses in the insulation material, which are increasing with age and water content. A change of Cx is a warning indicator for partial breakdowns between the layers of a bushing or a capacitor.

Additionally, CP TD1 measures the following quantities:

• Actual, apparent and reactive power

• Quality factor QF

• Inductance

• Impedance, phase angle

• Test voltage & current

CP TD1 works as an add-on device to CPC 100. Do not connect CP TD1 to any other device. Do not use the accessories for applications not indicated in this user manual.

Any other use of CP TD1 but the one mentioned above is considered improper use, and will not only invalidate all customer warranty claims but also exempt the manufacturer from its liability to recourse.


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1.2 Functional Components

Cable drum with double-shielded output cable to feed the high voltage to the test object.

High voltage output with attached screw plug and yellow grounding plug.

Equipment trolley

Booster cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD1 (short type). Via this cable CPC 100 controlsthe CP TD1 output voltage.

CPC 100

CPC 100, CP TD1 and the equipment trolley connected to the trolley’s grounding bar and led to earth.

Grounding cable min. 6mm².

CP TD1Equipotential ground

Cable drum for measuring cables


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1.2.1 Setup of Devices with TrolleyThe equipment trolley holds CPC 100, CP TD1 and all required cables. The trolley is equipped with a grounding bar with three knurled screws to ensure a solid grounding to equipotential ground of all devices.

1.2.2 Setup of Devices without TrolleyIf CPC 100 and CP TD1 are to be operated without trolley, place them on their transport cases and connect them with the long type data cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD1 (3m) and the long-type booster cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD1 (3m). Each device has to be grounded separately with a 6m grounding cable of at least 6mm2.

CP TD1’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B, connected to the cable drum for the measuring cables.

Connectors of the measuring inputs IN A (red) and IN B (blue).

Swivelling mounting brackets for CPC 100 (top) and CP TD1 (bottom).

To secure CPC 100 while pulling the trolley, a safety belt is available (not shown).

Data cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD1 (short type). Via this data cable, the CPC 100 software (test card TanDelta) controls CP TD1.


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1.3 CP TD1 Connected to a Power Transformer

CP TD1

CPC 100

IN

Ix

MeasurementPE

12kV

IN A

IN B

Power transformer

Equipotential ground

Booster Serial


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1.4 CP TD1 Connected to CP CAL1

Measuring mode = UST-A

When using CP CAL1 for calibration, we recommend to take C1 as reference and to select the calibration frequency in a range between 50 ... 200Hz.

Ordering information about CP CAL1 can be found on page 30.

CP TD1

CPC 100

Ix

MeasurementPE

Booster

12kV

IN A

IN B

Equipotential ground

CP CAL1

Serial

C1

C2

C3


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1.5 Putting CP TD1 into OperationAs the first step, before you set a CPC 100 / CP TD1 composite into operation, link CPC 100, CP TD1 and, if applicable, the equipment trolley with a min. 6 mm² grounding cable as displayed on page 12.

Never use the CPC 100 / CP TD1 composite without a solid connection to ground.

1. Switch off CPC 100 at the main power switch.

2. With trolley: Properly connect the CPC 100 and CP TD1 grounding terminals to the trolley’s ground bar. Connect the ground bar to earth. All grounding cables minimum 6mm².

Without trolley: Properly connect the CPC 100 and CP TD1 grounding terminals to earth. Both cables minimum 6mm².

3. Connect CP TD1’s "BOOSTER IN" to CPC 100’s "EXT. BOOSTER" with the OMICRON supplied booster cable.

4. Connect CP TD1’s "SERIAL" to CPC 100’s "SERIAL" with the OMICRON supplied data cable. This cable also provides the power supply for CP TD1.

5. Pull out the measuring cables from the cable drum and connect the test object to CP TD1’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B.

6. Pull out the high voltage cables from the cable drum and connect the test object to the CP TD1’s high voltage output.

7. Make sure that all cables are screwed tight.

8. Switch on CPC 100.

9. Selecting the TanDelta test card from any of the CPC 100’s menus T R A N S F O R M E R , O T H E R S , C T or V T automatically turns on CP TD1. If no CP TD1 is connected to CPC 100, an error message occurs.

10.Set up your measurement in the TanDelta test card (see page 18).

11.Press CPC 100’s I/O (test start/stop) push-button.


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1.6 Calibrating CP TD1 Using a Reference CapacitorBy connecting a reference capacitor (e.g., optional device CP CAL1) with known values of capacity Cref and dissipation factor DFref, in mode UST-A the values Cx and DFx can be measured and then compared to the known reference values.

If you experience substantial deviations, re-calibrate CP TD1:

• Cx = Cref / Cmeas and

• DF/PF + = DFref - DFmeas

as described on page 22.

A re-calibration of CP TD1 is also shown in the test report (.xml file).

Note: If you change the factory-made calibration, the responsibility for the accuracy of CP TD1 will be in your hands.

Calibration tips:• For calibration set the averaging factor to maximum and the filter bandwidth

to ± 5Hz (refer to ”TanDelta Test Card - Main Page (1/2)” on page 18).

• To reset to the factory settings, select "DF/PF+" to 0.0 ppm and "Cx" to 1.000(refer to ”TanDelta Test Card - Settings Page (1/2)” on page 22).


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1.7 TanDelta Test Card - Main Page (1/2)The test card TanDelta can be accessed from C T , V T , T R A N S F O R M E R and O T H E R S .

"Auto test points" cleared = manual measurement: Applies the set test voltage and frequency to CP TD1’s output. When the measurement is finished, its results are displayed in the results table.

"Auto test points" selected = automatic measurement: Enables the output of a series of test points, e.g., combining a series of voltage values with one fixed frequency value creates a voltage ramp. Combining a series of frequency values with one fixed voltage value creates a frequency ramp. Furthermore, a combination of both is possible.

Select for automatic measurement, clear for manual measurement.*).

Selecting enables the list boxes.

Select "Assessment" to automatically assess the test, clear for no assessment.

Enter the nominal values in the entry fields (here "Cref" and "DFref"; availability and naming depend on the measuring mode). These values serve as reference for the assessment. Their tolerance range can be set on the Settings Page (refer to page 22).

A measurement is rated as ’OK’ if both values are within their tolerance range. The assessment is displayed in the test point tables’s column "?"

Note: While a test is running, new nominal values can already be entered.

Test voltage and frequency.

Selecting a measuring mode and pressing the handwheel displays an image that shows the according arrangement of the internal measurement switch-matrix. **)

Results table.

Also refer to page 25.

*)


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– Set a test voltage and frequency of your choice, and press A D D T O A U T O . The values are entered into the list boxes.

– Set a second test voltage and/or frequency, and again press A D D T O A U T O . The value(s) is/are appended to the list.

– Repeat this procedure as often as you need.

Note: You cannot enter the same value twice. Double entries are rejected. If you need identical test points for an increasing and a decreasing voltage ramp, set values very close to each other, e.g., 2000V and 2001V.

CP TD1 then puts out the specified list of values as follows:

1. All voltages are issued in the exact order they were entered using the first frequency value of the list.

2. All voltages are issued once more in the exact order they were entered using the second frequency value of the list (if any).

3. ... and so forth.

Each combination is one individual measurement, and its result is displayed in the results table with an individual line.

To delete an entry from a list box, place the cursor on the value and press D E L E T E V A L U E . Do delete all values from both list boxes, place the cursor on "Auto test points (V, f)" and press D E L E T E L I S T .

During the measurement, the list boxes display the current output values.


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Measuring modes and their according arrangements of the internal switch-matrix in CP TD1. The switch-matrix determines what capacities are actually measured.

**)


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1.8 TanDelta Test Card - Main Page (2/2)

The averaging factor determines the number of measurements. A factor of 3 means: CP TD1 carries out 3 measurements whose results are then averaged. The higher the factor, the more accurate the measurement but the longer the measuring time.

Filter bandwidth of measurement.

Note: If the test frequency equals the default frequency (as set at O P T I O N S | D E V I C E S E T U P ), the filter bandwidth is always ± 5Hz, regardless of the set value. This even applies if the option "use default frequency of xx.xx Hz" is not specifically selected.

± 5Hz means that interferences at frequencies with an offset of ≥ ± 5Hz from the measuring frequency will not affect the results.

The smaller the filter bandwidth, the longer the measuring time.

Compound measurement setting.

Cp, DF (tanδ) = parallel capacitance & dissipation factor

Cp, PF (cosϕ) = parallel capacitance & power factor

Cp, Ptest = parallel capacitance & power

Cp, P@10kV = parallel capacitance & powerlinearly interpolated to 10 kV test voltage

Qtest, Stest = reactive & apparent power

Z = impedance with phase angle

Cp, Rp = parallel capacitance & parallel resistance

Ls, Rs = serial inductance & serial resistance

Cp, Q = parallel capacitance & quality factor

Ls, Q = series inductance & quality factor


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1.9 TanDelta Test Card - Settings Page (1/2)The TanDelta Settings page allows for the setting of additional measurement options. To open it, press the S E T T I N G S button on the TanDelta Main Page.

Never operate CP TD1 with unconnected shield of the high-voltage cable. If the "Perform shield check" check box is cleared, make sure that the shield is connected before operating CP TD1.

At "Assessment Limits", set the tolerance of the Main Page’s nominal values for the assessment.

For the capacitance, the tolerance is entered in percent, for the dissipation factor it’s a multiplier.

Note: Availability and naming of the entry fields depend on the measuring mode, e.g., DF and PF are the same entry field.

CP TD1 leaves OMICRON factory-calibrated. If a component needs to be exchanged by a spare part, CP TD1 must be re-calibrated.

To re-calibrate, set the focus onto the test card tab designation TanDelta and press E D I T C A L I B to enable the entry fields:

• Cx = correction factor for Cmeas (multiplier)

• DF/PF + = corrective value added to dissipation or power factor (can be + or -).

Note: You must enter your name and press U P D A T E C A L I B . to complete the re-calibration.

If selected, the beeper sounds during the entire test to signal the output of hazardous high voltages. If cleared, the beeper sounds at the beginning and the end of the test only.

If selected, CPC 100 checks whether the shield of the high-voltage cable is connected. For some large inductive loads, CPC 100 can accidentally report shield check error even when the shield is connected. If this is the case, it makes sense to clear the check box.


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1.10 TanDelta Test Card - Settings Page (2/2)

Selecting "Compensations" converts the actually measured dissipation or power factor to normalized values corresponding to an ambient temperature of 20°C. In doing so, the values entered at "Compensations" represent the existing ambient condition.

– Enter oil temperature, ambient temperature (at bushing) and relative humidity first.

– Then place the cursor on "k".

The medium the measurement takes place in, oil or air, determines the k-factor.

– A N S I C 5 7 . 1 2

The oil temperature is the determining medium for the k-factor.

– Bushings

The air temperature at the respective bushing is the determining medium for the k-factor. B U S H I N G S provides three bushing types to select from: RBP (Resin Bonded Paper), RIP (Resin Impregnated Paper) and OIP (Oil Impregnated Paper). The k-factor changes accordingly.

Select if you use an external CT.

The entered ratio is used to calculate the measured current accordingly.

Note: "Use ext. CT" can only be selected if there are no measurement results yet.

Returns to TanDelta’s Main Page


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1.11 TemplatesThe test procedures for designated applications are controlled by templates available on the CPC Explorer CD-ROM shipped with your CP TD1 or in the customer area of the OMICRON electronics home page http://www.omicron.at.

The templates are pairs of XML documents and Microsoft Excel templates designed by OMICRON electronics for designated applications. The XML templates are predefined test procedures, often with comments, that run on CPC 100 and guide your through the test. Once completed, the XML file is saved, downloaded to the PC using CPC Explorer and then loaded into the corresponding Microsoft Excel template. There the results are post processed and a final test report is generated. The template pairs facilitate and speed testing with CP TD1 and the evaluation of results.

To perform a test using a template, open the template for your application and follow the template usage instructions in the first Microsoft Excel worksheet.


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1.12 Technical Data of CP TD1 in Combination with CPC 100

1.12.1 High Voltage OutputConditions: Signals below 45Hz with reduced values possible. Capacitive linear loads.

1.12.2 Measurements

Test frequencies

TanDelta test card: Column "Hz" of the results tableSpecial displays in the frequency column "Hz" and their meanings:

Filter for selective measurementsConditions: f0 = 15 ... 400Hz

Terminal U / f THD I S tmax

High volt. output

10 ... 12kV AC

15 ... 400Hz

< 2% 300mA 3600VA > 2min

100mA 1200VA > 60min

Range Resolution Typical accuracy

15 ... 400Hz 0.01Hz error < 0.005% of reading

*50Hz (*60Hz) Measurement mode suppressing the mains frequency interferences; doubles the measurement time.

!30Hz The selected test voltage is not available in Automatic measurement (applies to frequencies below 45Hz only).

?xxHz Results with reduced accuracy, e.g., in case of a low testing voltage, influences of partial discharge etc.

Filter Bandwidth Meas. time Stop band specification (attenuation)

f0 ± 5Hz 2.2s > 110dB at fx = f0 ± (5Hz or more)




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Test current (RMS, selective)

Test voltage (RMS, selective)

Capacitance Cp (equivalent parallel circuit)

Dissipation factor DF (tan δ)

Terminal Range Resolution Typical accuracy Conditions

IN A or IN B1

1. IN A (red) or IN B (blue), depending on the mode.

0 ... 5A AC 5 digits error < 0.3% of reading + 100nA

Ix < 8mA

error < 0.5% of reading Ix > 8mA

Range Resolution Typical accuracy

0 ... 12000V AC 1V error < 0.3% of reading + 1V

Range Resolution Typical accuracy Conditions

1pF ... 3µF 6 digits

error < 0.05% of reading + 0.1pF

Ix < 8mA, Vtest = 300V ... 10kV

error < 0.2% of reading Ix > 8mA, Vtest = 300V ... 10kV

Range Resolution Typ. accuracy Conditions

0 ... 10% (capacitive)

5 digits error < 0.1% of reading + 0.005% 1

1. Reduced accuracy of DF at mains frequency or its harmonics. Mains frequency suppressionavailable by precisely selecting a mains frequency of *50Hz or *60Hz in the "Hz" column.

f = 45 ... 70Hz,I < 8mA,Vtest = 300V ... 10kV

0 ... 100(0...10000%)

5 digits error < 0.5% of reading + 0.02%

Vtest = 300V ... 10kV


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Power factor PF (cos ϕ)

Phase angle ϕ

Impedance Z

Inductance Lx (equivalent serial circuit)

Quality factor QF

Power P, Q, S (selective)

Range Resolution Typ. accuracy Conditions

0 ... 10% (capacitive)

5 digitserror < 0.1% of reading + 0.005% 1

1. Reduced accuracy of PF at mains frequency or its harmonics. Mains frequency suppressionavailable by precisely selecting a mains frequency of *50Hz or *60Hz in the "Hz" column.

f = 45 ... 70Hz,I < 8mA,Vtest = 300V ... 10kV

0 ... 100% 5 digits error < 0.5% of reading + 0.02%

Vtest = 300V ... 10kV

Range Resolution Typ. accuracy Conditions-90° ... +90° 4 digits error < 0.01° Vtest = 300V ... 10kV

Range Resolution Typ. accuracy Conditions1kΩ ... 1200MΩ 6 digits error < 0.5% of

readingVtest = 300V ... 10kV

Range Resolution Typ. accuracy

1H ... 1000kH 6 digits error < 0.3% of reading

Range Resolution Typ. accuracy0 ... 1000 5 digits error < 0.5% of reading + 0.2%> 1000 5 digits error < 5% of reading

Range Resolution Typ. accuracy0 ... 3.6kW 6 digits error < 0.5% of reading + 1mW0 ... 3.6kvar 6 digits error < 0.5% of reading + 1mvar0 ... 3.6kVA 5 digits error < 0.5% of reading + 1mVA


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1.12.3 Mechanical Data

Environmental conditionsOperating temperature -10° ... +55°C (+14 ... +131F)

Transport & storage temperature -20° ... +70°C (-4 ... +158F)

Humidity range 5 ... 95% relative humidity, no condensation

Shock IEC68-2-27 (operating), 15g/11ms, half-sinusoid

Vibration IEC68-2-6 (operating), 10 ... 150Hz, acceleration 2g continuous (20 m/s²); 5 cycles per axis

EMC EN 50081-2, EN 55011, EN 61000-3-2, FCC Subpart B of Port 15 Class A, EN 50082-2, IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/8, CE conform (89/336/EEC)

Safety EN 61010-1, EN 60950, IEC 61010-1, produced and tested in an EN ISO 9001 certified company.

Prepared for IEEE 510, EN 50191, VDE 104


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Weight and dimensions

Weight Dimensions (W x H x D)

CP TD1 test set 25kg(55.2lbs)

450 x 330 x 220mm(17.7 x 13 x 8.7")without handles

test set & case1

1. Case = robust case, IP22

38.1kg(84lbs)

700 x 500 x 420mm(27.5 x 19.7 x 16.5")

CP CAL1 test set 8.8kg(19.4lbs)

450 x 330 x 220mm(17.7 x 13 x 8.7")without handles

test set & case1 21kg(46.3lbs)

700 x 500 x 420mm(27.5 x 19.7 x 16.5")

Cables and accessories

equipment 16.6kg(36.6lbs)

equipment & case1 26.6kg(58.7lbs)

680 x 450 x 420mm(26.8 x 17.7 x 16.5")

Equipment trolley equipment 14.5kg(32lbs)

equipment & carton

18.9kg(41.7lbs)

590 x 750 x 370mm(23.2 x 29.2 x 14.6")

CP TD1, CPC 100, equipment & trolley (without CP CAL1)

equipment 85kg(187.5lbs)

750 x 1050 x 600mm(29.5 x 41.3 x 23.6")

equipment & packing

125kg(275.8lbs)


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1.13 Accessories1.13.1 Cables and Clamps

The following accessories are delivered with CP TD1:

Accessories1 High-voltage cable, triaxial, 20 m with cable drum2 Low-voltage cables, coaxial, 20 m on one cable drum2 Cables (1 × red, 1 × blue) for connecting low-voltage cable drum with CP TD12 Different high-voltage clamps2 Low-voltage clamps (1 × red, 1 × blue)2 Different interface cables (0.5 m/3 m) for configurations with/without trolly2 Booster cables (0.5 m/3 m)1 Grounding cable1 Transport case


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1.13.2 Optional Accessories

TH 3631 Temperature and Humidity MeterUse the optional device TH 3631 to measure ambient temperature, the test object temperature and humidity. Once these values were measured, enter them into the respective entry fields of the TanDelta test card’s Settings Page at "Compensations" (refer to page 23).

Characteristic RatingTemperatureRange –10…+60ºC (+14…+140 F)Resolution 0.1ºC (0.18 F)Accuracy ±0.4ºC (±0.72 F)HumidityRange 5…95% relative humidityResolution 0.1%Accuracy 2.5%Battery 9 V block cell or 9 V NiCd AccuWeight 150 g (0.066 lbs)Dimensions (w x h x d): 71 ×141× 27 mm (2.8 × 5.6 × 1.1")


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WTF 0031-150/C External Temperature SensorThe WTF 0031-150/C external sensor for measuring surface temperature is delivered with the TH 3631 temperature and humidity meter.

1.14 Ordering InformationFor the ordering information for CP TD1 and accessories, see the table below.

Characteristic RatingTemperature range –50…+150ºC (–58…302 F)Cable length 1 m

Equipment description Article numberCP TD1 TanDelta test set including software (TanDelta test card), accessories and trolley & CPC 100 test system

VE000640

CP TD1 TanDelta test set including software (TanDelta test card), accessories and trolley

VE000641

CP TD1 TanDelta test set including software (Transformer package), accessories and trolley & CPC 100 test system with accessories

VE000645

Cables and clamps (see 1.13.1 ”Cables and Clamps” on page 30)

VEHZ0600

CP CAL1 calibration set & calibration report VEHZ0642TH 3631 with WTF 0031-150/C VEHZ0644

Capacitance and Dissipation Factor Measurement

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2 Capacitance and Dissipation Factor MeasurementCapacitance (C) and Dissipation Factor (DF) measurement is an established and important insulation diagnosis method. It can detect:

• Insulation failures

• Aging of insulation

• Contamination of insulation liquids with particles

• Water in solid and liquid insulation

• Partial discharges

2.1 TheoryIn an ideal capacitor without any dielectric losses, the insulation current is exactly 90° leading according to the applied voltage. For a real insulation with dielectric losses this angle is less than 90°. The angle δ = 90° - ϕ is called loss angle. In a simplified diagram of the insulation, Cp represents the loss-free capacitance and Rp the losses (figure 2-1). Losses can also be represented by serial equivalent circuit diagram with Cs and Rs (section 8.1). The definition of the dissipation factor and the vector diagram are shown in figure 2-2.

Figure 2-1:Simplified circuit diagram of a capacitor

ICP

U CP

IRP

RP

I


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Figure 2-2:Definition of dissipation factor (tan δ) and the vector diagram

The correlation between the Dissipation Factor and Power Factor (PF = cos ϕ) and the vector diagram are shown in figure 2-3.

Figure 2-3:Correlation between DF and PF

Re

IRp

U

ICp

I

j Im

δ

δtan 1RPωCP------------------=

Im

ICN ICX

δ

ϕ

UORe

With δ 1

δ δ ϕ

δ

sin≅tan≅

«

π2--- ϕ–=

PF DF1 DF2+------------------------=

DF PF1 PF2–----------------------=

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The dielectric losses in the insulation are caused by:

• movement of conductive particles

• movement of ions and electrons

• polarization effects (figure 2-4)Figure 2-4:Kind of polarization

Polarization losses are generated due to suspension and rotation effects. Suspension of electrons is completely reversible. Figure 2-5 shows this mechanism. This kind of polarization is also called "Atom Polarization".

Figure 2-5:Polarization of electrons in the electrical field

Kind of polarization

Suspension Rotation

Electrons Ions Dipoles

completelyreversible partly reversible

partly irreversible

All Material Glass Water

Porcelain Polar Plastics

Salt Polar Ceramics

Way of electrons

without E with E

corecore


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Figure 2-6:Polarization of ions in the electrical field

Figure 2-7:Polarization of dipoles in the electrical field

A typical dipole is a water molecule. Figure 2-8 shows such a molecule in the electrical field. When the electrical field changes the polarity, the orientation of the water molecule is changed by 180°. This rotation, along with the applied frequency, causes the described losses.

without E

with E

without E with E

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Figure 2-8:Water molecule in the electrical field

Additional losses are known as interfacial polarization. Inter-phase boundaries (e.g., between solid and liquid insulation material) may be charged, i.e., the electrical field moves the charge carriers in the oil; the charge carriers come to rest upon the boundary to the solid insulation material and create a space charge region. These space charge regions are moved back and forth through the field. This effect, for example, occurs on the interface between transformer oil and solid insulation like paper or transformer board (figure 2-9).

E

H+

H+

O2-


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Figure 2-9:Interfacial polarization

Influence of different parameters like water content, temperature and aging on DFFigure 2-10 shows the breakdown voltage and the DF in oil, dependent on the water content [2.3]. With low water content, the breakdown voltage is very sensitive; with higher water content, the DF is a good indicator.

Figure 2-10:Breakdown voltage and DF in oil, dependent on the water content

E

+ —

ε 2

γ 2

ε 1 γ 1

kV/cm

600

500

400

300

200

100

0

60

50

40

30

20

10

0

Bre

akdo

wn

volta

ge

Dis

sipa

tion

fact

or

0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200Water content mg/kg

tan δ

εd

0/00

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Figure 2-11 shows the DF of new and used oil, dependent on the temperature. With higher temperatures, the viscosity of the oil decreases so the particles, ions and electrons can move easier and faster. Thus the DF increases with temperature [2.3].

Figure 2-11:DF of new and aged oil, dependent on temperature

Dissipation Factor: Dependency of the temperature

1 = new oil

2, 3 and 4 = used oil

Figure 2-12 and table 2-1 show a temperature correction factor (according to ANSI 57.12.90) for insulation based on mineral oil [2.4].

Figure 2-12:Temperature correction factor for mineral oil insulation [2.4]

0/00

tan

δ104

103

102

101

1-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 °C

Oil temperature

1

2

3

4


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where

Fp20 is the power factor corrected to 20°C

Fpt is the power factor measured at T

T is the test temperature (°C)

K is the correction factorTable 2-1:Temperature correction factor for mineral oil insulation [2.4]

Fp20FptK-------=

Test temperature T (°C)

Correction Factor K

10 0.8015 0.9020 1.0025 1.1230 1.2535 1.4040 1.5545 1.7550 1.9555 2.1860 2.4265 2.7070 3.00

Note: The correction factors listed above base on insulated systems using mineral oil as an insulating liquid. Other insulating liquids may have different correction factors.

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Figure 2-13:Temperature behavior of silicon liquid [2.3]

Dissipation Factor - Dependency of the temperatureFigure 2-14:Temperature behavior RBP, RIP and OIP bushing [2.5]

The dissipation factor is dependent on the frequency. With modern test devices like CPC 100 + CP TD1, it is possible to cover a wide frequency range for capacitance and DF measurements. Up to now, fingerprint measurements for comparison are normally available only at line frequency. The following figures show the frequency dependency for transformer windings (oil-paper insulation) and an OIP bushing (figures 2-15 and 2-16).

0/00

1

0.1

0.01

Spe

cific

vol

ume

resi

stan

ce ρ

1014

1013

1012

0 20 40 60 80 °C Temperature T

ρρ

tan δ

2

1

1,2

Resin Bonded Paper

Resin Impregnated PaperOil Impregnated Paper

Dis

sipa

tion

fact

or x

102

Temperature in °C


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Figure 2-15:Frequency scan winding to winding DF measurement (oil-paper)

TR 2-Winding DF (f)

DF (f)Figure 2-16:Frequency scan of a OIP bushing (Phase A and B)

0.55%

0.50%

0.45%

0.40%

0.35%

0.30%

0.25%0.0Hz 100Hz 200Hz 300Hz 400Hz 500Hz

L (f)

HL (f)

H (f)

0.67%

0.66%

0.65%

0.64%

0.63%

0.62%

0.61%

0.60%

0.0H

z

50.0

Hz

100.

0Hz

150.

0Hz

200.

0Hz

250.

0Hz

300.

0Hz

350.

0Hz

400.

0Hz

450.

0Hz

A

B

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The dissipation factor is in many cases also dependent on the test voltage. Figure 2-17 shows a measurement of a 6kV motor. Above 4kV, partial discharges occur. This is the reason for the rise of DF.

Tan Delta Motor 6 kVFigure 2-17:Voltage scan of a 6 kV motor

1.6%

1.5%

1.4%

1.3%

1.2%

1.1%

1.0%

0.9%

0.8%

0.7%

0.6%0V 1kV 2kV 3kV 4kV 5kV 6kV 7kV 8kV


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2.2 Measurement of Capacitance and Dissipation Factor / Power FactorCapacitance (C) and Dissipation Factor (DF) measurement was first published by Schering in 1919 [2.1] and utilized for this purpose in 1924 (figure 2-18). The serial connected C1 and R1 represent the test object with losses, C2 the loss-free reference capacitor. The parallel circuit diagram shown in figure 2-1 can be transferred as a direct equivalent into this serial diagram at specified frequencies (section 8-1).

Figure 2-18:Schering bridge

Real parts:

Imaginary parts:

C1

C2

R1

R3 R4 C4

R11

jωC1-------------+

R3--------------------------

1R4------ jωC4+

jωC2--------------------------=

R1R3------

C4C2------ R1

C4C2------ R3×=⇒=

C1 R3× C2 R4× C1R4R3------ C2×=⇒=

δtan R1 ωC1×=

δtan C4R3C2------× ω

R4R3------×× C2×=

δ ω C4× R4×=tan

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Figure 2-19:CP TD 1 measuring principle

The CP TD1 test system utilizes a method similar to that of the Schering bridge. The main difference is that the CP TD1 measuring principle (figure 2-19) does not require tuning for measuring C and DF. Cn is a gas insulated reference capacitor with losses below 10E-5. For laboratory use, such capacitors are regularly used to obtain precise measurements, as the ambient lab temperature normally ranges between 20 - 25 °C (68 - 77 °F). When carrying out on-site measurements, however, temperatures can vary significantly, which results in changes of the electrodes geometry.

The CP TD1 takes all these effects into account and compensates for them electronically, so it is now possible for the first time to measure in the field down to DF = 5 x 10E-5. Figure 2-20 shows the complete equivalent circuit diagram.

U0(t)

UN(t) UX(t)Z1 Z2

ICN ICX

ZN CX ZX, LXCN

Reference path Measurement path


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To the present day, the dissipation or dissipation factor was measured only at line frequency. With the power source described in [2.2], it is now possible to make these insulation measurements in a wide frequency range. Beside the possibility to apply frequency scans, measurements can be made at frequencies different from the line frequency and their harmonics. With this principle, measurements are possible also in the presence of high electromagnetic interference in high voltage substations.

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2.3 "UST" and "GST" Measurements Using the Guard TechnologyIn electrical devices like power transformers there are a lot of insulation gaps, which have to be checked separately:

• Winding to winding

• Winding to tank & core

• Bushings

A three-winding transformer with the different insulation gaps is shown in figure 2-21. Only one phase is drawn. With a three-phase transformer the equivalent circuit diagram is very similar, because normally the phases of the high voltage (H), the low voltage (L) and the tertiary (T) windings are connected internally in y or delta. This way only the sum of all three phases can be measured, the single phases can not be measured separately.

Figure 2-21:Three-phase transformer with winding capacitances

H High Voltage winding

C H Cap. H to Ground C H-L Cap. H to L

L Low Voltage winding C L Cap. L to Ground C L-T Cap. L to TT Tertiary winding C T Cap. T to Ground C H-T Cap. H to T

CoreTLH

CH

CH-L

CL-T

CH-T

CT

CL

TankG


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For the separate measurement of all capacitors a so-called guard technique is necessary. The single capacitors connected to guard are energized but not measured.

In figure 2-22 a block diagram of CP TD1 is shown with the guard connection and measuring input. In the example case C1, C2 and C3 are capacitors, connected to CP TD1. C1 is connected to input A, C2 is connected to input B and C3 is connected to ground. All three capacitors are energized. Only C1 is measured, because the relay matrix only connects C1 to the measuring input (instrument), whereas the currents through C2 and C3 are bypassed. C2 and C3 are connected to the foot-point of the HV transformer (GUARD).

Figure 2-22:CP TD1 block diagram with GUARD and measuring input

To get more familiar with this technique we want to measure C HL, C HT and C H of figure 2-21. The high-voltage winding is connected to the test voltage (high voltage output of CP TD1), the low-voltage winding is connected to IN A and the tertiary winding is connected to IN B.

IN A

IN B

C1 C2 C3

UST-AC = C1

Guard

Measuring input

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If big capacitance values are expected, we should start with a GST measurement first. In the GST mode all connected capacitors are measured in parallel (C HL + C HT + C H). This way we can check if CP TD1 is overloaded during the measurements or not (figure 2-23) and we can check the single measurements. The capacitance value out of this measurement must be the sum of the following single measurements.

Figure 2-23:CP TD1 block diagram of GST mode

IN A

IN B

CHL CHT CH

GSTC = CHL + CHT + CH


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Now we want to measure C HL. The connection diagram is shown in figure 2-24. The measuring mode is UST-A.

Figure 2-24:Measurement of C HL in UST-A mode, C HT and C H are guarded

Next measurement is C HT. The connection diagram is shown in figure 2-25. The measuring mode is UST B. Without the GUARD technique it would not be possible to measure C HT separately, because C HL in series to C LT are in parallel to C HT. Only by connecting L to GUARD the current flowing to L is not measured.

Figure 2-25:Measurement of C HT in UST-B mode, C HL and C H are guarded

IN A

IN B

CHL CHT CH

UST-AC = CHL

IN A

IN B

CHL CHT CH

UST-BC = CHT

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The last measurement is C H. Figure 2-26 shows this connection diagram. The measuring mode is GSTg-A+B. C HL and C HT are not measured, because they are connected to GUARD.

The build-in relay matrix enables the described four different measurements without any rewiring. This principle can be used not only for transformers, but also for any system with partial capacitors inside.

Figure 2-26:Measurement of C H in GST-gA+B mode, C HL and C HT are guarded

IN A

IN B

CHL CHT CH

GSTg-A+BC = CH


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2.4 References

[2.1] Schering, H.: "Brücke für Verlustmessungen", Tätigkeitsbericht der Physikalisch-Technischen Reichsanstalt, Braunschweig 1919

[2.2] Hensler, Th., Kaufmann, R., Klapper, U., Krüger, M., Schreiner, S.: "Portable testing device", US Patent 6608493, 2003

[2.3] Krüger, M.: "Prüfung der dielektrischen Eigenschaften von Isolierflüssigkeiten", ÖZE, No. 5, Vienna, May 1986

[2.4] "IEEE Standard Test Code for Liquid-Immersed Distribution, Power, and Regulating Transformers", IEEE Std C57.12.90-1999

[2.5] Seitz, V.: "Vorbeugende Instandhaltung an Leistungstransformatoren – Betriebsbegleitende Messungen an Stufenschaltern und Durchführungen, OMICRON Anwendertagung 2003, Friedrichshafen

Power Transformers

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3 Power Transformers

3.1 IntroductionDue to ever-increasing pressure to reduce costs, the power industry is forced to keep old power facilities in operation as long as possible. In most European countries, about one third of the transformers are over 30 years old. Even transformers older than 50 years are still in service. A regular check of the operating conditions becomes more and more important with the advancing age of transformers. The Dissolved Gas Analysis is a proven and meaningful method for finding a fault as soon as possible if increased proportions of hydrogen and hydrocarbon gases are found in the oil. This way, important preventative maintenance can be performed in time to avoid an unexpected total failure.

DGA analysis and interpretation of results [3.1]On the left are gases the oil specialist looks for in the gas-in-oil-analysis. On the right are possible origins of these gases. When these gases exceed the levels shown in the middle columns, the analyst uses the transformer history, the type of gases present, as well as the relative amounts, to determine any indication of transformer problems.

Gas Normalppm1)

Abnormalppm

Hydrogen H2 200 500

Acetylene C2H2 5 15

Methane CH4 50 120

Ethylene C2H4 80 170

Ethane C2H6 35 75

Carbon monoxide2)

CO 200 1) 500

Carbon dioxide3)

CO2 2000 2) 3500

Cel

lulo

se

Ove

rhea

ted

Oil

Cor

ona

Arc

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Legend:

Major gases

Minor gases

1) ppm = parts per million by volume (gas/liquid)2) Previous limits for CO were 500 and 700 ppm3) Previous limits for CO2 were 2000 and 10000 ppm

Behind the absolute value of gas content are the quotients of the gas components, which also allow for additional information (table 3-1) [3.2].

Table 3-1:Dissolved Gas Analysis [3.2] Type of fault

PD Partial discharge < 0.01 < 0.1 < 0.2D1 Discharge with low energy > 1 0.1 - 0.5 > 1D2 Discharge with high energy 0.6 - 2.5 0.1 - 1 > 2T1 Thermal fault T < 300°C < 0.01 > 1 < 1T2 Thermal fault T < 700°C < 0.1 > 1 1 - 4T3 Thermal fault T > 700°C < 0.2 > 1 > 4

C2H2C2H4-------------

CH4H2-----------

C2H4C2H6-------------

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Possible Faults and possible findingTable 3-2:Possible Faults and possible finding [3.3]

Key gases Possible Faults Possible FindingsH2, possible trace of CH4 and C2H6. Possible CO.

Partial discharges (corona)

Weakened insulation from aging and electrical stress

H2, CH4 (some CO if discharges involve paper insulation). Possible trace amounts of C2H6.

Low energy discharges (sparking). May be static discharges.

Pinhole punctures in paper insulation with carbon and carbon tracking.Possible carbon particles in oil.Possible loose shield, pour grounding of metal objects.

H2, CH4, C2H6, C2H4 and the key gas for arcing C2H2 will be present perhaps in large amount. If C2H2 is being generated, arcing is still going on. CO will be present if paper is being heated.

High energy discharges (arcing).

Metal fusion (poor contacts in tap changer or lead connections). Weakened insulation from aging and electrical stress. Carbonized oil. Paper destruction if it is in the arc path or overheated.

H2, CO. Thermal fault less than 300°C in an area close to paper insulation (paper is being heated).

Discoloration of paper insulation. Overloading and/or cooling problem. Bad connection in leads or tap changer. Stray current path and/or stray magnetic flux.

H2, CO, CH4, C2H6, C2H4

Thermal fault between 300°C and 700°C.

Paper insulation destroyed. Oil heavily carbonized.

All the above gases and acetylene in large amounts.

High energy electrical arcing. Thermal fault of 700°C and above.

Same as above with metal discoloration. Arcing may have caused a thermal fault


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Transformer FaultsTable 3-3:Transformer faults [3.3] Fault Examples

Partial discharges Discharges in gas-filled cavities in insulation, resulting from incomplete impregnation, high moisture in paper, gas in oil supersaturation or cavitation (gas bubbles in oil), leading to X wax formation on paper.

Discharge of low energy Sparking or arcing between bad connections of different floating potential, from shielding rings, toroids, adjacent discs or conductors of different windings, broken brazing, closed loops in the core. Additional core grounds. Discharges between clamping parts, bushing and tank, high voltage and ground, within windings. Tracking in wood blocks, glue of insulating beam, winding spacers. Dielectric breakdown of oil, load tap changer breaking contact.

Discharge of high energy Flashover, tracking or arcing of high local energy or with power follow-through. Short circuits between low voltage and ground, connectors, windings, bushings and tank, windings and core, copper bus and tank, in oil duct. Closed loops between two adjacent conductors around the main magnetic flux, insulated bolts of core, metal rings holding core legs.

Overheating less than 300°C

Overloading the transformer in emergency situations. Blocked or restricted oil flow in windings. Other cooling problem, pumps valves, etc. Stray flux in damping beams of yoke.

Overheating 300°C - 700°C

Defective contacts at bolted connections (especially busbar), contacts with tap changer, connections between cable and draw-rod of bushings. Circulating currents between yoke clamps and bolts, clamps and laminations, in ground wiring, bad welds or clamps in magnetic shields. Abraded insulation between adjacent parallel conductors in windings.

Overheating over 700°C Large circulating currents in tank and core. Minor currents in tank walls created by high uncompensated magnetic field. Shorted core laminations.

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Notes to table 3-3:

1. X wax formation comes from paraffinic oils (paraffin based). These are not used in transformers at present in the United States but are predominate in Europe.

2. The last overheating problem in the table says "over 700°C". Recent laboratory discoveries have found that acetyl can be produced in trace amounts of 500°C, which is not reflected in this table. We have several transformers that show trace amounts of acetylene that are probably not active arcing but are the result of high-temperature thermal faults as in the example. It may also be the result of one arc, due to a nearby lightning strike or voltage surge.

3. A bad connection at the bottom of a bushing can be confirmed by comparing infrared scans of the top of a bushing with a sister bushing. When loaded, heat from a poor connection at the bottom will migrate to the top of the bushing, which will display a markedly higher temperature. If the top connection is checked and found tight, the problem is probably a bad connection at the bottom of the bushing.

In addition to the previous table 3-3, it should be taken into account that overheating is often caused by bad contacts in the tap selector. In order to find out the reason for high gas values, further tests have to be performed on the transformer. Common test methods are:

• Winding resistance measurement

• On-Load Tap Changer (OLTC) test

• Turns ratio measurement

• Excitation current measurement

• Measurement of leakage reactance

• Capacitance and Dissipation factor measurement

All the mentioned tests can be done with CPC 100 + CP TD1. This instrument is the ideal test and analysis instrument for transformer diagnosis with these measuring possibilities.


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3.2 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Transformer Windings

General• The transformer must be taken out of service and completely isolated

from the power system.

• The proper grounding of the transformer tank has to be checked.

• The bushing high voltage terminals must be isolated from the connection lines.

• All bushing terminals of one winding group, which means A, B, C (and Neutral) of high voltage winding, A, B, C (and Neutral) of low voltage winding and A, B, C (and Neutral) of tertiary winding have to be connected by a copper wire (see figure 3-1).

Figure 3-1:Three-winding transformer with connected winding

• The neutral terminals of all Y-connected windings with outside-connected Neutral have to be disconnected from ground (tank).

N (L) C (L)

A (L) B (L) A (H) B (H) C (H) N (H)

H

L

T

B (T)

C (T)

A (T)

A B C

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• If the transformer has a tap changer then it should be set to the neutral position (0 or middle tap).

• Connect the CPC 100 + CP TD1 ground terminal to the transformer's (substation) ground.

• Connect the high voltage output of the CP TD1, e.g. to the high voltage winding (according to the connection instructions). Touching any parts like the bushings and the transformer tank (flashovers) with the unscreened part of the high voltage test cable must be avoided.

• Connect the IN A, e.g. to the low voltage winding, IN B, e.g. to the tertiary winding (according to the connection instructions).

• Short circuit all bushing CTs.

• Do not make high voltage tests on transformers under vacuum.

• The test voltage should be chosen with respect to the rated voltage of the winding.

• All tests should be made with oil temperatures near 20°C. Temperature corrections can be calculated by using correction curves, but they depend a great deal on the insulation material, the water content and many other parameters. This way the correction has limited accuracy.


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3.2.1 Three Winding TransformerA transformer contains a complicated insulation system. High and low voltage windings have to be insulated to the tank and the core (ground) and against each other. All these insulation gaps should be checked regularly. Normally in a two-winding power transformer, C-Tan-Delta measurements are made for all insulation gaps: HV to LV, HV to ground, LV to ground.

A three-winding transformer is much more complicated so more tests are necessary to measure all gaps. In figure 3-2, a complete 3-winding power transformer is shown. The tertiary winding is not accessible in this case. When the load is unbalanced, it is necessary for flux compensation in the three limbs of the core.

Figure 3-2:Three-winding-transformer with winding to winding and winding to ground capacitors

N (L) B (L)A (L) C (L)

A (H) B (H) C (H) N (H)

Bushing (A) Bushing (C)Bushing (B)

C H(A) C H(C)C H(B)

C H-L (A) C H-L(C)C H-L (B)

C H-T(A)

C H-T(B)

C H-T(C)

C L-T(A)C L-T(A) C L-T(B)

C L-T(C)

C L(C)

C L(B)

C L(A)

C T(C)

C T(B)C L(A)

A B C

H

L

T

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As shown in figure 3-2, the three phases of the high voltage (H), the low voltage (L) and the tertiary (T) windings are connected internally in y or delta. This way only the sum of all three phases can be measured, the single phases can not be measured separately. Figure 3-3 shows the simplified circuit diagram of the three-phase transformer of figure 3-2.

Figure 3-3:Three-phase transformer with winding capacitances

To check the winding insulation completely, it is necessary to measure the capacitance and the DF of all insulation gaps (in this case six capacitors).

A Phase A B Phase B C Phase CH High Voltage

windingC H Cap. H to Ground C H-L Cap. H to L





Core

TankG

CL-T

CH-L

CH

CT

CL

HL T


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In IEEE Std. 62-1995 [3.4] the test procedure is described for transformers with two and three windings. Figure 3-4 shows the six measurements.

Figure 3-4:Three-winding transformer test according to IEEE 62-1995

CAUTIONAll phases and the neutral terminal of one winding (H, L and T) have to be short-circuited. Due to the inductance of the windings resonant effects may occur and influence the measurement.

Test Mode Energize Ground Guard UST MeasureGST HIGH – LOW, TERT. – CH

GST LOW – TERT., HIGH – CL

GST TERT. – HIGH, LOW – CT

Supplementary test for interwinding insulations

UST HIGH TERT. – LOW CHL

UST LOW HIGH – TERT. CLT

UST TERT. LOW – HIGH CHT

TERT. LOW HIGH

CHT

CLT CHL

CT CL CH

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A more detailed test procedure for two- and three- winding transformers can be found in [3.6]. This test procedure is included in the appendix and is now used as an example to show the test preparation of a 3-winding transformer test with the CPC Editor. Due to the high amount of measuring data, the test is split into three single test files. The first file contains the tests with high voltage winding connected to the CP TD1 high voltage output:

Figure 3-5:Input of transformer data

Figure 3-6:Instruction about test lead connections


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Figure 3-7:Measurement of C H and C H-L in GST g-B mode

Figure 3-8:Voltage-scan of high voltage windings to tank and core (GST gA+B)

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Figure 3-9:Frequency-scan of high voltage windings to tank and core (GST gA+B)

The other tests for H-L are prepared analog to the examples.

A second test file contains the tests with the low voltage winding connected to the high voltage output of the CP TD1. Figure 3-10 shows the first screen with the connection instructions.

Figure 3-10:Connection instructions for the tests with energized low voltage winding


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A third test file is used for the tests with the tertiary winding connected to the CP TD1 high voltage output. Figure 3-11: ”Connection instructions for the tests with energized tertiary winding” shows the connection instructions for the tests with energized tertiary winding.

Figure 3-11:Connection instructions for the tests with energized tertiary winding

The prepared tests are uploaded to the CPC 100 as xml files without results. After the test is done, this xml file with the results is downloaded to the computer and loaded into Microsoft Excel with the OMICRON CPC 100 File Loader (the complete test files are included on the CD ROM).

Figure 3-12:10kV results for a three-winding transformer (50 Hz)

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Figure 3-12 shows the results for 10kV:

• 1: H+HL

• 2: H

• 3: HL

• 5: L+LT

• 6: L

• 7: LT

• 9: T+TH

• 10: T

• 11: TH

In line 4, the difference of the capacity values of test 1 - test 2 is calculated so it can be compared to test 3. In lines 8 and 12, the differences of lines 5-6 and 9-10 are calculated to also enable a comparison to tests 7 and 11. This way the reliability of the measured values can be checked. For the tertiary winding, the test voltage was reduced to 5 kV due to the lower rated voltage of this winding.

A voltage scan measurement is shown in figure 3-13, a frequency scan in figure 3-14.

Voltage and frequency scans enable additional information about the insulation quality. They should be saved as "fingerprint" for future measurements. For all the described measurements only three different connections of the test leads are necessary. Preparing the test in the office by utilizing the CPC Editor, the testing time on-site can be reduced to a minimum.


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Figure 3-13:Voltage scan for H-L (V) (50 Hz)

Figure 3-14:Frequency scan for H-L (f) (5 kV)

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3.2.2 Two Winding TransformerThe test of two winding transformers is easier than the described test procedure for transformers with three windings. Figure 3-15 shows the simplified circuit diagram of a two-winding transformer.

Figure 3-15:Two-winding transformer with winding capacitances



L Low Voltage winding C L Cap. L to Ground C L-T Cap. L to T

Core

TankG

HL

CH-L

CH

CL


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In figure 3-16, the test procedure for a two-winding transformer is shown, according to IEEE 62 1995 [3.4].

Figure 3-16:Two-winding transformer test according to IEEE 62-1995

Test Mode Energize Ground Guard UST MeasureGST HIGH – LOW – CH

GST LOW – HIGH – CL

Alternative test for CHL

UST HIGH – – LOW CHL

UST LOW – – HIGH CHL

LOW HIGH

CHL

CL CH

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Figures 3-17 and 3-18 show the preparation with the CPC Editor and the test results in MS Excel format.

Figure 3-17:Two-winding transformer test preparation with CPC Editor

Figure 3-18:10 kV results for a two-winding transformer (50 Hz)

3.2.3 Auto-TransformerThe auto-transformer has only one winding with a tap for the low voltage output. Only one measurement is made of the winding to tank and core. All high voltage and low voltage terminals are connected together as they are building the high voltage electrode of the capacity.


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3.2.4 ReactorsSimilar to the auto-transformers, reactors also normally have only one winding. Often the low voltage ends of the three phases are connected outside the tank to the Neutral. In this case we have 2 bushings per phase, which have to be connected for the DF test. We can measure all combinations: phase to phase and phase to tank (ground).

3.3 Transformer High Voltage Bushing TestsHigh voltage bushings are generally used in power transformers, but also in circuit breakers and in other electrical apparatus. Therefore, the test of bushings is described in chapter 4 ”Capacitance and DF Measurement on High Voltage Bushings” on page 75.

3.4 Interpretation of Measurement ResultsInitial tests on new transformers when it arrives from the manufacturer determines the presence of manufacturing defects or transport damage, and also provides "fingerprint" test values for future comparisons. Periodic tests during the life cycle of the transformer can indicate that the insulation is aging normally or rapidly.

3.4.5 Dissipation Factor MeasurementEnvironmental ConditionsAs already mentioned in chapter 2 ”Capacitance and Dissipation Factor Measurement” on page 33, environmental factors can influence DF measurements greatly. Therefore it is important to record the ambient conditions at the time of testing when comparing test results. The tests should be made with oil temperatures near 20°C. Temperature corrections can be calculated, utilizing correction curves, but they depend very much on the insulation material, the water content and a lot of other parameters. This way the correction has limited accuracy. Testing at temperatures below freezing should be avoided, since the measurement results are not reliable. If the water in the insulation is frozen to ice, it may not be detected by DF testing.

Other factors like relative humidity and the general weather conditions should be recorded in the test report for future reference.

For oil paper insulation, the range of the DF values for new and aged transformers are published in some standards like [3.4] and in other literature [3.1], [3.2]. In IEEE Std. 62-1995 [3.1] the following limits for DF values are given:

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Table 3-4:DF values for oil paper insulation

It is always better to measure the values regularly and save them for comparison to tests in the past and in the future. In this way, trends can be observed and the evaluation of results is of much higher quality.

3.4.6 Capacitance MeasurementThe capacitance of the insulation gaps between the windings to each other and to ground depends mainly on the geometry of the winding. Windings may be deformed after transport of the transformer or nearby through faults with high currents. Changes in capacitance serve as an excellent indicator of winding movement and structural problems (displaced wedging, buckling etc.). If a winding damage is suspected then the capacitance measurement should be supplemented by a leakage reactance measurement. A separate test can be done for each phase with this measurement technique. Therefore this method is more sensitive to small changes in one phase.

TransformerCondition of insulation

Good May be acceptable

Should be investigated

New DF < 0.5% - -Service-aged DF < 0.5% 0.5% < DF < 1% DF > 1%All values measured at 20°C


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3.5 References

[3.1] US Bureau of Reclamation: "Maintenance of liquid insulation mineral oils and Askarels", Facility instructions, standards and techniques - Vol. 3-5, 1992

[3.2] Möllmann, A., Lütge, H.: IEC / VDE Standards für flüssige Isolierstoffe zur Diagnostik von Transformatoren und Wandlern, ETG-Fachbericht "Diagnostik elektrischer Betriebsmittel", VDE-Verlag GmbH Berlin 2002, S. 205-210

[3.3] US Bureau of Reclamation: "Transformer Maintenance", Facility instructions, standards and techniques - Vol. 3-30, 2000

[3.4] ANSI Standard 62-1995: "IEEE Guide for Diagnostic Field testing of Electric Power Apparatus - Part 1: Oil Filled Power Transformers, Regulators, and Reactors", IEEE New York, 1995

[3.5] US Bureau of Reclamation: "Transformer Diagnostics", Facility instructions, standards and techniques - Vol. 3-31, 2003

[3.6] IEEE Standard C57.12.90: "IEEE Standard Test Code for Liquid-Immersed Distribution, Power, and Regulating Transformers", IEEE New York, 1995

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4 Capacitance and DF Measurement on High Voltage Bushings

4.1 IntroductionHigh voltage bushings are essential parts of power transformers, circuit breakers and of other power apparatus. More than 10% of all transformer failures are caused by defective bushings [4.2]. Although the price for a bushing is low compared to the costs of a complete transformer, a bushing failure can damage a transformer completely. A regular capacitance and DF measurement is highly recommended.

4.2 Types of BushingsFigure 4-1:Principle of bushings

Testing and maintaining high-voltage bushings are essential for continued successful operation of transformers and circuit breakers. Power outages may occur as the result of a bushing failure. High-voltage bushings used on transformers and breakers exist in many forms, including:

Wall,tank

Main insulation:

• SolidCeramic, cast insulation, synthetic resin bonded paper, resin impregnated paper, composite

• Liquid: oil

• Gas

Ambient:

• Airindooroutdoor

• Oil

• Gas

Conductor

Flange


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CondenserThis type is most frequently used for high voltage bushings and it is therefore the main one focused in this guide. Cylindrical conducting layers are arranged coaxially with the conductor within the insulating material. The length and diameter of the cylinders are designed to control the distribution of the electric field in and over the outer surface of the bushing. The partial capacities are switched in series and the voltage drops across the capacities is nearly equal to each other (figures 4-2 and 4-3) [4.1].

Figure 4-2:Condenser bushing design [4.1]

Notes:

– Equal capacitances, CA through CJ, procedure equal distribution of voltage from the energized center conductor to the grounded condenser layer and flange.

– The tap electrode is normally grounded in service except for certain designs and bushings used with potential device.

– For bushings with potential taps, the C2 capacitance is much greater than C1. For bushings with power-factor tap, C1 and C2 capacitances may be same order of magnitude.

Tap electrode grounded layer/flange

Grounded layer/flange

CA

CB

CC

CD

CE

CF

CG

CH

CI

CK

CJ

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Figure 4-3:Condenser bushing circuit diagram [4.1]

Condenser bushings may have:

• "Resin-Bonded Paper insulation (RBP)

• "Resin-Impregnated Paper insulation (RIP)

• "Oil-Impregnated Paper insulation (OIP)

CompositeA bushing where the insulation consists of two or more coaxial layers consisting of different insulating materials.

Compound-filledA bushing where the space between the major insulation or conductor, if no major insulation is used, and the inside surface of a protective weather casing (usually porcelain) is filled with a compound that contains insulating properties.

Dry or unfilledA bushing consisting of a porcelain tube with no filler in the space between the shell and the conductor. These are usually rated 25 kilovolts and below.

Oil-filledA bushing where the space between the major insulation or the conductor, and the inside surface of a protective weather casing is filled with insulating oil.

Oil-immersedA bushing composed of major insulators that are totally immersed in a bath of insulating oil.

CA = CB = CC = CD = CE = CF = CG = CH = CI = CJ

V1 = V2 = V3 = V4 = V5 = V6 = V7 = V8 = V9 = V10

C1

C2

CK

Tap electrode(normally grounded)

Grounded layer/flangeCenter

conductor

Line-to-ground system voltage

Main insulationTap insulation


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Oil-impregnated paper-insulatedA bushing where the internal structure is made of cellulose material impregnated with oil.

Resin-bonded paper-insulatedA bushing where cellulose material bonded with resin provides the major insulation.

Solid, ceramicA bushing where a ceramic or other similar material provides the major insulation.

Gas insulatedA bushing that contains compressed gas like SF6 or mixtures of SF6 with other gasses i.e. N2. This type is frequently used for circuit breaker bushings.

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4.3 Bushing TroublesAbout 90 percent of all preventable bushing failures are caused by moisture entering the bushing through leaky gaskets or other openings. Periodic inspection and diagnostic measurements can prevent most outages due to bushing failures. High voltage bushings may explode with considerable violence and cause extensive damages to adjacent equipment. Flashovers may be caused by deposits of dirt on the bushings, particularly in areas where there are contaminants such as salts or conducting dusts in the air. These deposits should be removed by periodic cleaning. In [4.3] bushings faults, possible reasons and methods of detection are explained (table 4-1).

Table 4-1:Bushings faults, part 1 [4.3]

Failure Possible results Methods of detectionCracked porcelain Moisture enters;

Oil and/or gas leaks;Filler leaks out

Visual inspection;Power factor test;Hot-collar test

Deterioration of cemented joints

Moisture enters;Oil and/or gas leaks;Filler leaks out


Gasket leaks Moisture enters;Oil and/or gas leaks;Filler leaks out

Visual inspection;Power factor test;Hot-collar test;Hot-wire test for moisture;Insulation resistance

Moisture in insulation Moisture enters Power factor test;Hot-collar test

Solder seal leak Moisture enters;Filler leaks out

Visual inspection;Power factor test;Hot-collar test;Hot-wire test for moisture;Leak detector

Broken connection between ground sleeve and flange

Sparking in apparatus tank or within bushing;Discolored oil

Power factor test;Uncharacteristic odor;Dissolved gas-in-oil analysis (DGA);Thermographic scanning

Voids in compound Internal corona Visual inspection;Power factor test;Hot-collar test


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No oil Moisture enters;Oil leaks out


Displaced grading shield Internal sparking discolors oil

Hot-collar test;Uncharacteristic odor;Thermographic scanning;Dissolved gas-in-oil analysis (DGA)

Electrical flashover Cracked or broken porcelain;Complete failure

Visual inspection;Hot-collar test

Lightning Cracked or broken porcelain;Complete failure

Visual inspection;Test lightning arresters

Corona Internal breakdown;Radio interference;Treeing along surface of paper or internal surfaces

Power factor test;Hot-collar test;Hot wire test;Radio-influence voltage (RIV) test;Thermographic scanning;Dissolved gas-in-oil analysis (DGA)

Short-circuited condenser sections

Increased capacitance;Reduced voltage at capacitance tap terminal;Adds internal stress to insulation

Power factor test;Voltage test at capacitance tap;Capacitance test;Thermographic scanning;Dissolved gas-in-oil analysis (DGA)

Darkened oil Radio interference;Poor test results

Power factor test;Hot-collar test

Failure Possible results Methods of detection

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4.4 Capacitance and DF Measurement on High Voltage BushingsThe dissipation factor test is the most effective known field test procedure for the early detection of bushing contamination and deterioration. It also measures alternating (AC) test current, which is directly proportional to bushing capacitance.

Bushing dissipation factor and capacitance should be measured when a bushing is first installed and also one year after installation. After these initial measurements, bushing power or dissipation factor and capacitance should be measured at regular intervals (3 to 5 years typically). The measured values should be compared with previous tests and nameplate values.

Note: Large variations in temperature significantly affect dissipation factor readings on certain types of bushings. For comparative purposes, readings should be taken at the same temperature. Corrections should be applied before comparing readings taken at different temperatures.

Bushings may be tested by one or more of four different methods, depending upon the type of bushing and the dissipation factor test set available. For more detailed instructions on this test procedure, see the dissipation factor test set instruction book from the appropriate manufacturer. The four test methods are described as follows:

4.5 Ungrounded Specimen Test (UST)This test measures the insulation between the center conductor and the capacitance tap, the dissipation factor tap, and/or ungrounded flange of a bushing. This test may be applied to any bushing in or out of the apparatus that is either equipped with capacitance or dissipation factor taps, or with the flange that can be isolated from the grounded tank in which the bushing is installed. The insulation resistance between the taps or insulated flanges and ground should be 0.5 M or greater. While in this case anything that is attached to the bushing would also be energized, only the insulation of the bushing between the center conductor and the ungrounded tap or flange would be measured. In the case of bushings equipped with capacitance taps, a supplementary test should always be made on the insulation between the tap and the flange. Most manufacturers list the UST dissipation factor and capacitance values on the bushing nameplate.


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Figure 4-4:UST bushing test (C1)

When bushings with capacitance or potential taps rated at 110kV and above are tested by the ungrounded test specimen method, a separate dissipation factor test on the tap insulation should be performed as well.

For capacitance or potential taps, tests are performed at a voltage between 500 and 1,000 volts. The tap is energized with the bushing center conductor and flange grounded. The dissipation factor of a capacitance or potential tap will generally be of the order of 1.0 percent or less. Routine tap insulation tests are not normally recommended for bushings that are rated 69 kilovolts and below with dissipation factor taps. However, a dissipation factor test of the tap insulation should be performed when UST results are questionable or visual examination indicates the dissipation factor tap's condition is questionable. This test procedure is similar to that used earlier for capacitance taps. In such cases, the maximum permissible test potentials should be limited to those given in the appendix or as recommended by the bushing manufacturer. The dissipation factor value of the dissipation factor tap insulation for most of the bushings discussed earlier is generally in the order of 1.0 percent or less.

UST-A

Equalizers

C1 Layer

Voltage tapMounting flange

C2 layer (always grounded to flange)

Paper insulation

IN A

IN B

Main conductor

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Figure 4-5:GST bushing test (C2)

4.6 Grounded Specimen Test (GST)This test measures the quality of the insulation between the current carrying or center conductor and the mounting flange of a bushing. This test is conducted on bushings that have been removed from equipment, bushings connected to de-energized equipment, spare bushings, or bushings that have been isolated from connected windings and interrupters. The test is performed by energizing the bushing conductor and grounding the flange.

4.7 Hot Collar TestThis test measures the condition of a specific small section of bushing insulation between an area of the upper porcelain rain shed and the current carrying or center conductor. The test is performed by energizing one or more electrodes placed around the bushing porcelain with the bushing center conductor grounded. This test is used to supplement the three previous tests. It is also used to test bushings in apparatus when the three tests are either inapplicable or impractical, such as, with SF6 bushings. Perform a hot-collar test at every third skirt on SF6 bushings. Hot-collar tests are effective in locating cracks in porcelain, deterioration, or contamination of insulation in the upper section of a bushing, low compound or liquid level, or voids in compound often before such defects are noticeable with the previous tests.

GST g A+B

Equalizers

C1 Layer

Voltage tapMounting flange

C2 layer (always grounded to flange)

Paper insulation

Main conductor

IN A

IN B


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Figure 4-6:Bushing "hot collar" test

In tables of the appendix, typical dissipation factors and dissipation factor the manufacturers initially published limits. However, the typical or initial dissipation factor of many bushings is listed on the nameplate. In such cases, field measurement, particularly UST, should compare with the nameplate dissipation factors. In general, any bushing that exhibits a history of continuing increase in dissipation factor should be questioned and scheduled for removal from service.

Measured dissipation factor values should be temperature corrected to 20°C before being compared with reference values which are measured at 20°C.

Temperature correction factors are average values at best, and therefore, subject to some error. The magnitude of error is minimized if tests are performed at temperatures near the reference temperature of 20°C. If questionable dissipation factors are recorded at relatively high temperatures then the bushings should not be condemned until it has been allowed to cool down to near 20°C and repeat tests have been performed. This also applies to bushings tested near freezing where a large (greater than 1.00) correction may cause the result to be unacceptably high; in this case the equipment should be retested at a higher temperature. Bushing should not be tested when their temperatures are much below freezing because moisture may have changed to ice, which has a significantly higher volumetric resistivity any therefore be undetected. In the case of bushings mounted in transformers, taking the average between the ambient and transformer top-oil temperatures approximates the bushing temperature.

Mounting flange

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IN A

IN B

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Bushing capacitance should be measured with each power or dissipation factor test and compared carefully with both nameplate and previous tests in assessing bushing condition. This is especially important for capacitance-graded bushings where an increase in capacitance of 5% more over the initial/nameplate value is cause to investigate the suitability of the bushing for continued service. The manufacturer should be consulted for guidance on specific bushings.

When the relative humidity is high, measurements are often influenced by the current, which is flowing on the surface of the insulator. Sometimes these currents are in the same order than the current, which is flowing through the insulation or even higher. If a good cleaning and drying of the insulator surface is not sufficient, the guard technique should be used to bypass this current, see figure 4-7.

Figure 4-7:Use of guard method for bypassing the surface current

This connection technique is also very useful when the insulation of cables is measured.

When transformer bushings are tested, inputs A and B can be used to measure two bushings at a time without rewiring:

Test UST A (IN A) UST B (IN B)1 Phase A Phase B2 Phase C Neutral

GST gA

Surface current

Mounting flange

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Frequency scans of bushing insulation are helpful for a better diagnosis. Figure 4-8 shows a frequency scan of a new RIP bushing, figure 4-9 of an aged one. This additional information should be used as benchmark of the bushing for future comparison.

Figure 4-8:Frequency scan of a new RIP bushing

Figure 4-9:Frequency scan of a aged RIP bushing

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Figure 4-10:Frequency scan of a OIP bushing (Phase A and B)

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4.8 Interpretation of Measurement ResultsIn the appendix typical DF values and limits are listed. Figures 4-11 and 4-12 show the aging of RBP, RIP and OIP bushings [4.5].

Figure 4-11:Aging of RBP, RIP and OIP bushings (change of capacitance)

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RBP bushings show a significant change of capacitance and dissipation factor.

In [4.6] RBP, RIP and OIP bushings were analyzed over more than 30 years (figures 4-13 and 4-14). What is important are the curves for the upper limits, which were found.

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Limits for RPB Bushings

Figure 4-14:RBP bushings - Limits of Tan Delta

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General guidelines for evaluating the C1 capacitance data are as follows:

Table 4-2:General guidelines for evaluating the C1 capacitance data

ΔC = Cmeasured - Cref* Evaluation:

ΔC < 5% Acceptable

5% < ΔC < 10% Should be investigated

ΔC > 10% Critical* with Cref = nameplate value or value for new bushing

Evaluation:

DFmeas < 2 x DFref Acceptable

DFmeas < 3 x DFref Should be investigated

DFmeas > 3 x DFref Critical

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4.9 References

[4.1] ANSI Standard 62-1995: "IEEE Guide for Diagnostic Field testing of Electric Power Apparatus - Part 1: Oil Filled Power Transformers, Regulators, and Reactors", IEEE New York, 1995

[4.2] CIGRE-WG 12-05: An international survey on failures in large power transformers in service, Electra No. 88 1983, S. 21-48

[4.3] US Bureau of Reclamation: "Testing and Maintenance of High Voltage Bushings", Facility instructions, standards and techniques - Vol. 3-2, Denver, 1991

[4.4] Schurman, D.: Testing and maintenance of high voltage bushings, Western Area Power administration, Golden (Colorado), 1999

[4.5] Sundermann, U.: "Transformer life cycle management" 1.Symposium Geriatrie des Transformators, Regensburg 2002

[4.6] Seitz, V.: Vorbeugende Instandhaltung an Leistungstransformatoren – Betriebsbegleitende Messungen an Stufenschaltern und Durchführungen, OMICRON Anwendertagung 2003, Friedrichshafen

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5 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Generators and MotorsThe DF - voltage characteristic (power- factor tip-up) of stator windings is used primarily as a quality-control criterion in manufacturing high voltage generators and motors. It is sometimes used as an acceptance test on individual coils. DF tip-up has been used as a maintenance test because a change in the tip-up value over a period of time is an indication of change of condition of the coil insulation. With increasing test voltage Partial Discharges (PD) may occur. This can be seen in figure 5-1. The sensitivity of the power-factor tip-up test decreases with the length of coil included in the measurement.

Refer to IEEE Standard No. 286, July 1975, "IEEE Recommended Practice for Measurement of Power-Factor Tip-Up of Rotating Machinery Stator Coil Insulation", for a description of the DF tip-up test. A DF tip-up curve of a 6kV motor is shown in figure 5-1.

Figure 5-1:DF tip-up curve

Tan Delta Motor 6kV

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The maximum output power of CP TD1 is 3600 VA, that means, capacitance values up to 80nF (50Hz) respectively 66nF (60Hz) can be measured. Bigger capacitors can be tested at lower voltages, or with a reactor switched in parallel to the capacitance of test object. In any case a first test should be carried out with a small voltage to measure the capacitance before applying high voltage.

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6 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Circuit Breakers

6.1 IntroductionThe most common types of Circuit-Breakers (CB) are:

• Oil Circuit-Breakers (OCB's) in dead tank design

• Oil poor Circuit Breakers in life tank design

• Air-Blast Circuit-Breakers

• SF6 Circuit-Breakers

• Vacuum Circuit-Breakers

• Air Magnetic Circuit-Breakers

• Oil Circuit Reclosers

Power and dissipation factor testing provides a means of verifying the integrity of the insulation. Circuit breakers in dead tank design have high voltage bushings, the test is described in chapter 4 ”Capacitance and DF Measurement on High Voltage Bushings” on page 75.

6.2 Oil Circuit Breakers (Dead Tank)Dead tank oil circuit breakers are composed of a steel tank filled with insulating oil. A typical three-phase oil circuit breaker has six bushings. Three bushings channel the three-phase line currents to a set of fixed contacts. Three movable contacts, actuated simultaneously by an insulated rod, open and close the circuit. When the circuit breaker is closed, the line current for each phase penetrates the tank by way of one bushing, flows through the first fixed contact, the moveable contact, the second fixed contact, and then out by the second bushing. The most important insulation in medium and high-voltage outdoor power switchgear is that of the bushings themselves, the guide assembly, the lift rods, and, in the case of oil breakers, the oil. Measurements should be made from each bushing terminal to the tank ground with the breaker open and from each phase (each pair of phase bushing terminals) to the grounded tank with the breaker closed.


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Test ConnectionsThere are six overall tests performed when the breaker is open. Each bushing is individually tested in the overall GST test mode. Three overall tests are performed with the breaker closed in the GST test mode. If the bushing is equipped with a test tap, the C1 main insulation test can be performed in the UST mode along with the overall GST test without making a lead change.

All tests are performed at 10kv or a lower voltage suitable for the insulation.

6.3 Oil Poor Circuit Breakers (Live Tank)Oil poor circuit breakers with one contact (chamber) per phase normally have vertical tubes out of porcelain with the breaker contacts inside. The DF of the contact chamber can be measured, if the contacts are open. This way the oil quality and decomposition of the oil can be determined.

Oil poor CB's with more than one contact per phase are normally mounted in Y or T form. Grading capacitors in parallel to the contacts equalize the voltage drop across the contacts if they are open. These capacitors have to be removed when the oil quality in the chambers is tested. The capacitance values of the described capacitors are important for a proper operation of the circuit breaker. An increase of the capacitance value is an indicator for partial breakdowns of some sections.

High DF readings on grading capacitors may be the result of deteriorated grading capacitors or, in some cases, surface leakage.

6.4 SF6 Circuit Breakers (Dead Tank with Bushings)For these CB's the test of the bushing is of importance.

Additional Hot-Collar tests may be conducted on breakers equipped with gas-filled bushings to detect internal contamination or exterior cracks and other problems that may have occurred along the surface of the bushing.

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6.5 Vacuum Circuit BreakersThese circuit breakers operate on a different principle from other breakers because there is no gas to ionize when the contacts open. They are hermetically sealed so consequently they are silent and never become polluted. Their interrupting capacity is limited to about 30kv. For higher voltages, several circuit breakers are connected in series.

Charging currents are expected to be small. Under dry ambient conditions, power factor results will be small and dielectric losses close to zero.

Higher than normal UST measurement could be due to a defective vacuum bottle allowing moisture to enter or surface leakage across the vacuum housing. Clean the surface of the vacuum bottle and retest. Ensure that all cabinet heaters are working to maintain a sufficient temperature surrounding the vacuum bottles.

6.6 Air Magnetic Circuit BreakersThe tests and test modes on air-magnetic circuit breakers are conducted in the same manner as the vacuum circuit breakers.

6.7 Oil Circuit ReclosersThe testing of oil circuit reclosers is performed in the same manner as the testing of oil circuit breakers.


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Capacitance and DF Measurement of Overvoltage Arresters

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7 Capacitance and DF Measurement of Overvoltage ArrestersThe purpose of a surge (lighting) arrester is to limit the over voltages that may occur across transformers and other electrical apparatus due either to lightning or switching surges. The upper end of the arrester is connected to the line or terminal that has to be protected, while the lower end is solidly connected to ground. The arrester is composed of an external tube out of porcelain or compound tubing containing an arrangement of stacked discs that are composed of a silicon carbide or metal oxide material. This material has a resistance that decreases dramatically with increasing voltage.

Arresters are effectively switching devices that serve as an insulator under normal conditions and as a conductor under over voltage conditions. After an over voltage condition is cleared, the arrester must return to its normal insulating condition. The measurement of capacitance and resistance is an effective method of evaluating the integrity of an arrester and isolating potential failure hazards. This test reveals conditions that could affect the protective functions of the arrester, such as the presence of moisture or salt deposits.

TemperatureIt is recommended to measure the capacitance and the resistance of the arrester at the same temperature as the measurement that was made as a benchmark.

VoltageThe measurement should be made exactly at the same voltage level that the fingerprint measurement was made. Normally the test voltage is 10 kV.

Figures 7-1, 7-2, and 7-3 show the dissipation factor, the capacitance and the parallel resistance of a lightning arrester, dependent on the frequency.


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8.1 Parallel and Serial Equivalent Circuit DiagramsThe dielectric losses in insulation can be presented in parallel and serial diagrams. The real situation is much more complicated and always is a mixture of an assortment of both diagram types. A parallel can be recalculated into a serial one and vice versa by using the following formulas.

Figure 8-1:Serial and parallel circuit diagram

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Surface current

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1C1nC1a---------+⎝ ⎠

⎛ ⎞ j 1RωC1a-----------------⎝ ⎠⎛ ⎞–

-------------------------------------------------------×=

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1C1nC1a---------+⎝ ⎠

⎛ ⎞ j 1RωC1a-----------------⎝ ⎠⎛ ⎞+

1C1nC1a---------+⎝ ⎠

⎛ ⎞ 2 1RωC1a-----------------⎝ ⎠⎛ ⎞ 2+

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8.3 Two and Three-Winding Transformer Tests (IEEE C57.12.90)

a) In this table the term guard signifies one or more conducting elements arranged and connected to an electrical instrument or measuring circuit to divert unwanted currents from the measuring means.b) Permanently connected windings, such as in autotransformers or regulators, shall be considered as one winding.

Method ITest without guard circuit a

Method IITest with guard circuit a

Two-winding transformers b Two-winding transformers b

High to low and ground High to low and ground

Low to high and ground High to ground, guard on low

High and low to ground Low to high and ground

⎯ Low to ground, guard on high

Three-winding transformers Three-winding transformers

High to low, tertiary, and ground High to low and ground, guard on tertiary

Low to high, tertiary, and ground High to ground, guard on low and tertiary

Tertiary to high, low, and ground Low to tertiary and ground, guard on high

High and low to tertiary and ground Low to ground, guard on high and tertiary

High and tertiary to low and ground Tertiary to high and ground, guard on low

Low and tertiary to high and ground Tertiary to ground, guard on high and low

High, low, and tertiary to ground High and low to tertiary and ground

High and tertiary to low and ground

Note 1: While the real significance that can be attached to the power factor of liquid-immersed transformers is still a matter of opinion, experience has shown that power factor is helpful in assessing the probable condition of the insulation when good judgement is used.

Note 2: In interpreting the results of power-factor test values, the comparative values of tests taken at periodic intervals are useful in identifying potential problems rather than an absolute value of power factor.

Note 3: A factory power-factor test will be of value for comparison with field power-factor measurements to assess the probable condition of the insulation. It has not been feasible to establish standard power-factor values of liquid-immersed transformers for the following reasons:

a) Experience has indicated that little or no relation exists between the power factor and the ability of the transformer to withstand the prescribed dielectric tests.

b) Experience has shown that the variation in power factor with temperature is substantial and erratic so that no single correction curve will fit all cases.

c) The various liquids and insulating materials used in transformers result in large variations in insulation power-factor values.

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8.4 Limits for Test Voltages for C2 Testing on Bushings

Source: Schurman, D.: Testing and maintenance of high voltage bushings, Western Area Power administration, Golden (Colorado), 1999.

Manufacturer Bushing Type or Class Test VoltageABB O+C 1000ASEA All GO types 500BBC CTF, CTKF 500Canadian General Electric U 1000General Electric LC, U 500Haefely All 500Lapp POC 1000Micafil WtxF 500Micanite & Insulators All 500Ohio Brass L 250Ohio Brass GK, LK 500Passoni & Villa All 500Pennsylvania (Federal Pacific)

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8.5 C2 Measurement on High Voltage Bushings With kind permission of: Pritpal Singh, ABB Inc., USA

8.5.1 AbstractMeasurement of C2 power factor and capacitance of condenser bushings has been a topic of much interest among the utility and other users for quite sometimes. This paper deals with the subject of C1 and C2 power factor and capacitance in condenser bushings. It describes the constructional/design differences between C1 and C2 and discusses the factors that can influence these measurements.

8.5.2 Introduction C2 power factor and capacitance measurement of condenser bushings has been a topic of much discussion for many years. Even though this measurement can be influenced by various external factors, more and more users are making C2 measurements to assess the quality of the bushing insulation. As per the IEEE bushing standards, bushings rated 115 kV and above are tested for C1 and C2 capacitance and power factor values. Both these capacitances are mainly dependant on paper insulation, which is strictly controlled by condenser design, therefore producing predictable test results. Bushings rated 69 kV and below on the other hand have an inherent C2 capacitance that is dependent upon on a few outer layers of paper with adhesive, and an oil gap. The C2 power factor and capacitance of these bushings can be affected by external stray factors. These factors among others may include contamination on porcelains, air and oil surrounding the bushing. This paper describes the constructional /design differences of C1 and C2 capacitance between bushings of different voltage classes/designs and discusses the factors that can influence these measurements.

8.5.3 Design/Construction of C1 and C2 Capacitance in Condenser BushingsAs per the IEEE Standards C57.19.00 and C57.19.01, condenser bushings rated 115 kV and above are provided with C1 (main) and C2 (tap) capacitances. The C1 capacitance is formed by the main oil/paper insulation between the central conductor and the C1 layer/foil, which is inserted during the condenser winding process. The C2 capacitance is formed by the tap insulation between the C1 and the C2 layers.

The C1 layer/foil is internally connected to the voltage tap stud whereas the C2 layer/foil is permanently connected to the grounded mounting flange.

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Under normal operating condition, the C1 layer/foil is automatically grounded to the mounting flange with the help of the screw-in voltage tap cover that makes a connection between the tap stud and the mounting flange. The C2 insulation under normal operating condition is therefore shorted and not subjected to any voltage stress. When such a bushing is used in conjunction with a potential device, the voltage tap is connected to this device. Under this condition, the C1 and C2 capacitances are in series and perform like a voltage or a potential divider. The voltage developed across the C2 capacitance is modified by the potential device and is used for operation of relays, and other instruments. Also, the voltage tap can be used for measuring the power factor and capacitance of C1 and C2 insulation of the bushing. In addition, this tap can be used for monitoring the partial discharge during factory tests and insulation leakage current (including partial discharge) during field service operation. See figure 8-2 for condenser design and voltage tap details.

Figure 8-2:Design/construction details of a typical condenser bushing rated 115 kV and above

Condenser bushings rated 69 kV and below as per the IEEE Standards are provided with C1 capacitance, which is the main capacitance. This capacitance is formed by the oil/paper insulation between the central conductor and the C1 layer/foil, which is inserted during the condenser winding process. The C1 layer/foil is internally connected to the test tap.

Voltage Equalizers

C1 Layer/Foil

Mounting Flange

Voltage Tap Stud

C2 Layer/Foil (always grounded)

Oil Impregnated Paper

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These bushings have an inherent C2 capacitance, which is formed by the insulation between the C1 layer and the mounting flange. This insulation consists of a few layers of paper with adhesive, an oil gap between the condenser core and the mounting flange, and the tap insulator. Under normal operating condition, the C1 layer/foil is automatically grounded to the mounting flange with the help of the screw-in test tap cover that makes a connection between the test tap spring and the flange. The C2 insulation under normal operating condition is therefore shorted and not subjected to any voltage stress. The test tap is used for measuring the power factor and capacitance of C1 and C2 insulation of the bushing. In addition, this tap is sometimes used for monitoring the partial discharge during factory tests and insulation leakage current (including partial discharge) during field service operation. See figure 8-3 for condenser design and test tap details.

Figure 8-3:Design/construction details of a typical condenser bushings rated 69 kv and below

Voltage Equalizers

C1 Layer/Foil

Mounting Flange

Oil Impregnated Paper

Central Conductor

Test Tap Spring

Bushing oil/paper in C2 insulationC1

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8.5.4 Factors Affecting C1, C2 Capacitance and Power Factor MeasurementsAs mentioned earlier, the C1 and C2 capacitance of condenser bushings rated 115 kV and above are strictly controlled by design and are mainly dependent upon oil impregnated, paper insulation. Therefore, the power factor and capacitance test values under normal circumstances, are not affected too much by external factors. However, under conditions of contamination and high humidity, these measurements may be significantly affected. In addition, capacitively coupled resistive paths to ground may affect these measurements. These may include supporting structures, wooden crates that are moist/wet, resistance between bushing mounting flange and the transformer tank, stray effect from other objects, and external connections during testing. Although, the IEEE Standard C57.19.01 specifies a limit 0.5% for C1 power factor for oil impregnated paper insulated bushings, Type O Plus C, AB, and T condenser bushings C1 power factor values are well below this limit.

Condenser bushings rated 69 kV and below as mentioned earlier, have the main C1 capacitance, which is strictly controlled by design. Like the bushings rated 115 kV and above, the C1 power factor and capacitance test values of these bushings are not affected too much by external factors under normal circumstances. However, under conditions of contamination and high humidity, these measurements may be significantly affected. Also, these measurements may be affected by supporting structure, wooden crates that are moist/wet, resistance between bushing mounting flange and the transformer tank, stray effect from other objects, and external connections during testing. These bushings have an inherent C2 capacitance, which is dependent upon a few outer layers of paper with adhesive, an oil gap between the flange and the condenser core, and the tap insulator. Variations in adhesive in the outer paper layers and other factors can result in PF variations in bushings of the same style number. In addition, the close proximity of the C1 layer (see figure 8-3) with the mounting flange results in greater fringing effect between the two parts. As a result of this, the porcelains, oil, and air surrounding the bushing can have some affect on the C2 power factor test values. In particular, high current Type T condenser bushings with a short mounting flange and a long internal C1 layer/foil tend to exhibit higher power factors because of greater coupling effect between the C1 layer/foil and the surrounding materials, as shown by patterned areas in figure 8-4. Depending upon the design, the C2 power factor of these bushings can range from 0.1% to 2%.


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Figure 8-4:Design/construction details of a typical high current type T bushing and the influence of surrounding materials/objects

One of the factors that can significantly influence the C2 capacitance in bushings with long internal C1 layer/foil and a short mounting flange is the external ground plane. The following table shows the effect of proximity and type of ground plane on power factor and capacitance of two different types of condenser bushings. Type AB, which is similar to an O Plus C bushing with a metallic mounting flange and a long external ground sleeve. Type T bushing with short mounting flange and a long internal C1 layer/foil as shown in figure 8-4.

Paper

VoltageEqualizers

C1 Layer/Foil

Bushing Oil

Paper

LowerPorcelain

Central Conductor

Upper Porcelain

Tap Assembly

Coupling Effect Between the External Ground Plane and the C1 Layer/Foil

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* C2 value is normally checked in air. C1 value is normally checked with lower end immersed in oil.

** C1 and C2 values are normally checked with lower end immersed in oil.

As can be seen from the above table, the C1 and C2 capacitance values of Type AB bushing have basically very little effect from the type or proximity of the ground plane within the practical range of clearances. Similarly the C1 capacitance of Type T bushings has minimal effect from the type or proximity of the ground plane. The C2 capacitance of Type T bushing on the other hand increased by 55% (from 278 pF to 431) when the bushing was tested with a cylindrical ground plane surrounding the lower porcelain with an air gap of about 1 inch. This is because of greater coupling effect between the C1 layer/foil and the external ground plane. The above bushings were tested in a clean and dry environment and therefore the power factor values exhibit very little change if any. If the lower end of the bushing was immersed in oil, the increase in capacitance would be higher as the oil has a higher dielectric constant.

Another observable fact is the small difference of C2 PF and CAP test values of Type T bushing between nameplate (with lower end immersed in oil) and those taken with the bushing in air and no external ground plane. The test values with the lower end in air are lower by about 10%. This could be due to the fact that air has zero power factor and a lower dielectric constant compared to oil. Since, Type T bushings have a greater coupling effect between the C1 plate and the medium surrounding the lower porcelain, the C2 values are somewhat lower when the test is made in air.

TYPE / STYLE -> AB / B035200AA AB / B035200AA T / 025V1000VY T / 025V1000VY

C1 / C2 PF % C1 / C2 CAP pF C1 / C2 PF % C1 / C2 CAP pF

NP Values 0.29 / 0.11* 508 / 494* 0.28 / 0.64** 1112 / 306**

In air. No grd. plane

0.27 / 0.10 514 / 492 0.29 / 0.58 1124 / 278(1 PU)

In air. Flat vertical grd. plane 3 in away from the lower porcelain

0.27 / 0.10 511 / 492 0.29 / 0.561119 / 292(1.05 PU)

In air. Cylindrical grd. plane which is:

xx xx xx xx

6 in away from the lower porcelain.

xx xx 0.27 / 0.551108 / 303(1.09PU)

1 in away from the lower porcelain.

0.26 / 0.10 505 / 495 0.27 / 0.601101 / 431(1.55PU)


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Due to design and construction, the C2 power factor of condenser bushings rated 69 kV and below may therefore exceed the C1 power factor limit of 0.5 % specified in the IEEE Standard. The IEEE Standard does not specify any limit for C2 power factor. The C1 power factor on the other hand is well below the 0.5 % limit specified by the IEEE standard.

For bushings rated 69 kV and below, IEEE Standard only requires stamping of C1 power factor and capacitance on the nameplate. As a result of frequent requests from customers, ABB Inc. Alamo, TN started stamping the C2 power factor and capacitance test values on bushing nameplates since December of 2002.

With this addition, the nameplates of all AB, O Plus C, and T condenser bushings are now stamped with factory test values of C1 and C2 power factor and capacitance. We complied with the industry's need so that users can better assess the condition of the bushing insulation. Because of reasons mentioned within this paper, users may see a greater variation in C2 power factor and capacitance values in different bushings of the same design.

It is important to compare the initial test values before installation with the nameplate values. To verify nameplate values (especially for Type T bushings), the measurements should be made with the bushing mounted on a metallic test tank/stand with the lower end porcelain immersed in dry good quality oil. There should be sufficient clearance (at least 16 - 20 inch) from the bushing lower porcelain/terminal to the grounded tank. For C2 measurement, the center conductor should be guarded and test tap voltage not exceeding 1 kV. For detailed test set up and other information, refer to test equipment manufacturer's instructions.

Once the bushing has been installed in the apparatus, it should be retested to establish a benchmark value. It is important to compare the subsequent field test values with the initial benchmark value after installation. Any significant deviation (10% change in capacitance or doubling of power factor) from the benchmark value would be a cause for concern and should be investigated. Test values with lower end in air may vary from those with lower end immersed in oil.

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8.5.5 ConclusionsBecause of the inherent design of C2 capacitance and design/constructional differences in bushings rated 69 kV and below, the C2 power factor and capacitance can be affected by external factors. These factors may include external contamination, humidity, and stray effect and proximity of other objects. As a result of this, the field installed C2 power factor and capacitance test values can vary from the nameplate values. Test values with lower end in air may vary from those with bushing mounted on the transformer with lower end immersed in oil. Sometimes, variations may be noticed between bushings of the same design. The initial test values before installation should be compared with the factory nameplate values. While checking the power factor and capacitance values of these bushings, it is important to compare the field test values with the initial benchmark value after installation. Any significant deviation from the benchmark value would be a cause for concern and should be investigated.

Additional information on bushing maintenance can be found in ABB bushing instruction leaflets IL 44-663, 665, and 666 available on our web site at http://alamo.abbus.com.

8.5.6 BiographyPritpal Singh is a Fellow Engineer with ABB Inc. in Alamo, TN and is engaged in business/product development activity. In the past 41 years, he has been involved in the design, development, and testing of transformers and bushings. He has held different technical and management positions in BHEL (India), General Electric (Pittsfield, MA), Westinghouse (Alamo, TN), and now with ABB Inc. (Alamo, TN). He has been an active member of the IEEE Transformer Committee for the past 20 years and was the Chair of the WG for the revision of IEEE Std. C57.19.01 - 2000. Presently, he is the Secretary of Bushing Subcommittee. He is a native of India and graduated in 1962 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Aligarh University.


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8.5.7 References1. IEEE Standard C57.19.00 - 1991

2. IEEE Standard C57.19.01 - 2000

3. Doble Manual for Testing of Electrical Insulations by the Dielectric Loss and Power factor.

4. A.L. Rickely and R.E. Clark: "Application and Significance of Ungrounded Specimen Tests", Minutes of the Doble Clients Conference 27AC60, Page 3-201.

5. D.J. Kopaczynski and S.J. Manifase: "The Doble Tap - Insulation Test For Bushings (A Review)", Minutes of the Doble Clients Conference 57A1C90, Page 4-3.1.

6. Raka Levi and Stan Manifase: "Further Studies of Anomalous Phenomena In Dielectric-Loss Measurement - Transformer Bushings Model", IEEE Transaction on Power Delivery, Vol. 10, No. 2, April 1995.

7. IEEE Standard C57.19.01 - 2000: "Performance Characteristics and Dimensions For Outdoor Apparatus Bushings".

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8.6 DF Limits of RBP Bushings (Micafil AG)Limits are reached in approximately 25 years. Not valid for humid insulators.

a) Limits of the dissipation factor at 20°C:

b) Limits of the capacitance change (Delta C) at 20°C

Source: Widmann, Karl: Zustandserfassung und Bewertung von Durchführungen im Betrieb, MICAFIL Symposium Stuttgart, 1999

U rated [kV] DF (%) 36 2.573 2.3123 2.0170 1.8245 1.5300 1.3302 1.15420 1.0

U rated [kV] Delta C (%) 36 2573 23123 20170 18245 15300 13302 12420 10


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8.7 DF Limits of Bushings (B)

Source: US Bureau of Reclamation: "Testing and Maintenance of High Voltage Bushings", Facility instructions, standards and techniques -vol 3-2, Denver, 1991

Manufacturer Bushing Type or Class

Initial P.F. for new

bushings, at

Dangerous P.F. value at 20 x C (%)

General Electric A 6.0 8.0B 10.0 12.0F 1.5 2.0L 3 4.0

LC 2.5 3.5OF 2.6 6.0S 3.5 6.0U 1.0 1.5

Lapp bushings POC 0.5PRC 0.7 - 1.2

Ohio Brass manufactured prior to 1926 and after 1938

ODOFGL

1 - 10 Initial P.F. =22

Ohio Brass manufactured 1926 to 1938, inclusive

ODOFGL

2 - 4 Initial P.F. =16

Ohio Brass Class GK type C 0.4 - 0.6Class LK type A 0.6 - 0.7

Pennsylvania Transformer

PPAPB

0.5 1.0

Westinghouse D 6.0O 1.4

OCB & Inst. Trans. 69kV and below

3.5

OCB & Inst. Trans. 92kV - 138kV

2.8

Power & Dist. Trans. OCB

161kV - 288kV

2.0

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8.8 DF Limits of Bushings (C)

Manufacturer:Description

Bushing Type or Class

Power Factor Limits (% at 20°C)

Typical Doubtful or questionable

ASEA Brown Boveri (ABB) O+C

T

0.5

0.5

Double nameplate

Note: 1. Contact manufacturer if capacitance increases to 110% of original installed value

2. Reference ABB instruction leaflet 44-666E dated July 1, 1990.

ASEA

Less than 800kV

800kV

GOA 250

GOB

GOBK

GOC

GOE

GOE

GOEK

GOEL

GOF

GOFL

GOG

GOH

GOM

GOA other

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.4

0.45

0.4

0.4

0.4

0.45

0.4

0.45

0.25

0.45

0.45

0.7

0.7

0.7

0.6

0.65

0.6

0.6

0.6

0.65

0.6

0.65

0.45

0.65

0.65Note: 1. Up to 3% change from nameplate capacitance is considered acceptable

2. Remove from service if the difference between nameplate and measured C1 percent power factor exceeds 75%

3. Reference ABB Components bulletin #2750 515E-56, dated 1990.


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Bushing Company (Reyrolle Limited)

Includes:

Micanite & Insulators (M&I)

English Electric

Ferranti

OTA 0.35 0.6

Note: Reference Bushing Company fax dated 9/1/1993

General Electric:

Through Porcelain 1

High Current, Solid Porcelain 2

Flexible Cable, Compound Filled1

Oil-Filled Upper Portion, Sealed

Oil-Filled, Sealed



Oil-Filled Expansion Chamber

Forms C & CG, Rigid Core, Compound Filled 1

Oil-Filled, Sealed

Oil-Filled, Sealed

A

A

B

D

F

L

LC

OF

S

U

T

3.0

1.0

5.0

1.0

0.7

1.5

1.5

0.8

1.5

0.5

0.5

5.0

2.0

12.0

2.0

1.5

3.0

3.0

2.0

6.0

1.0

1.0Note: 1. Forms S, Type F, DF, and EF (flexible cable) redesigned as types B, BD, and BE,

respectively, no form letter (through porcelain redesigned as type A).

2. Modern high current oil-filled solid porcelain design.





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Source: Schurman, D.: "Testing and maintenance of high voltage bushings", Western Area Power administration, Golden (Colorado), 1999

Haefeley Trench:

Under 1400kV BIL

1400kV BIL and above

COTA

COTA

0.3

0.35

Double Nameplate

Note: 1. C1 capacitance is doubtful if 10% over nameplate.

2. C1 capacitance is doubtful if 5% over first measurement in field after installation.

3. C2 capacitance may vary by 20%. Reference Haefeley fax dated April 5, 1994.

4. Some bushings, 115kV and above, which have potential taps, have C1 nameplate capacitance based on factory tests made on the test tap. The test tap is then buried and unavailable to the user. The user instead tests the bushing using the potential tap where the capacitance appears to be high compared to the nameplate values. The capacitance obtained in the field must be modified as follows: C1 = (C1 (Haefeley) x (C2 (Haefeley)) / (C2 (Haefeley) - (C1 (Haefeley)), where (C1 (Haefeley) and (C2 (Haefeley) are the nameplate capacitances.

5. Reference Haefeley fax dated April 3, 1995.

Lapp:

Paper Oil Condenser type; Totally Enclosed, 23-69kV

Paper Resin Condenser Core

Paper Epoxy hard core type; No Lower Porcelain

POC & PA

PRC & PRC-A

ERC

0.5

0.8

0.8

1.5

1.5

1.5






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8.9 Transformer DiagnosisPractical experience using simple methods like winding resistance measurement, dynamic tap changer testing, ratio, leakage reactance, capacitance and dissipation factor measurement.

By Michael Krüger, OMICRON electronics GmbH Austria

8.9.1 IntroductionDue to ever-increasing pressure to reduce costs, the power industry is forced to keep old power facilities in operation as long as possible. In most European countries, about one third of the transformers are older than 30 years. Transformers, which are older than 50 years can still be found in service [1].

Figure 8-5:110/220kV transformers in Germany

With the advancing age of transformers, a regular check of the operating conditions becomes more and more important. The Dissolved Gas Analysis is a proven and meaningful method such that if increased proportions of hydrocarbon gases are found in the oil, the fault must be located as soon as possible. This way, important preventative maintenance can be performed in time to avoid an unexpected total failure (figure 8-6) [2].

Existing 110kV / 220kV transformers in Germany

0

10

20

30

40

1 to 10 11 to 20 21 to 30 > 30

Age in years

Prop

ortio

n in

%

110 kV transformers220 kV transformers

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Figure 8-6:Transformer fault due to a defective bushing

The most frequent sources of failure are the tap changers, bushings, the paper-oil insulation and the accessory equipment (figure 8-7).

Figure 8-7:Sources of transformer faults


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8.9.2 Methods of AnalysisOne of the most important and proven methods is Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA). The hydrocarbon gases dissolved in the oil allow conclusions to be made about the condition of the transformer and specific faults by investigating changes of the gas composition [4], [5], [6], [7]. The measured quantities of the gases (expressed as a quotient) as they are shown in the last line of the table (table 8-1) suggest high temperatures.

Table 8-1:Dissolves Gas Analysis

One possible reason for the observation of high temperatures could be the existence of high contact resistances at the tap selector. However, there are many other possible reasons for increased gas values in the oil. An example might be decomposed oil leaking from the diverter switch into the transformer oil through a defective sealing between the diverter switch vessel and the transformer tank. Exceptionally high current densities causing high temperatures can also occur as a result of partial breaks in conductors connected in parallel. Further interesting information about this can be found in [4], [5], [6] and [7].

Type of fault

PD Partial discharge < 0.01 < 0.1 < 0.2D1 Discharge with low energy > 1 0.1 - 0.5 > 1D2 Discharge with high energy 0.6 - 2.5 0.1 - 1 > 2T1 Thermal fault T < 300°C < 0.01 > 1 < 1T2 Thermal fault T < 700°C < 0.1 > 1 1 - 4T3 Thermal fault T > 700°C < 0.2 > 1 > 4

C2H2C2H4-------------

CH4H2-----------

C2H4C2H6-------------

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8.9.3 Fault LocalizationIn order to find out the reason for high gas values, further tests have to be performed for the transformer. Common test methods are:

• Winding resistance measurement

• On-Load Tap Changer (OLTC) test

• Turns ratio measurement

• Excitation current measurement

• Measurement of leakage reactance

• Capacitance and Dissipation factor measurementFigure 8-8:A multi-functional transformer test and diagnosis system

In this paper, all tests were performed with a new self-contained test system. The device comprises a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) which generates sinusoidal signals in a frequency range of 15 to 400 Hz which is fed into a switched-mode power amplifier. A transformer at the output matches the internal amplifier impedance with the test object impedance [8]. By utilizing test frequencies different from the line frequency and their harmonics, together with measurements using selective filtering techniques, the test equipment can be operated on-site, even in substations with high electromagnetic disturbances.


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8.9.4 Winding Resistance Measurement and On-Load Tap Changer TestWinding resistances are tested in the field to check for loose connections, broken strands and high contact resistance in tap changers. Additionally, the dynamic resistance measurement enables an analysis of the transient switching operation of the diverter switch.

For a better understanding of the resistance measurements, it is necessary to understand the method of operation of the tap changer (figure 8-9).

Figure 8-9:Equivalent circuit diagram of On-Load Tap Changer (LTC)

In most cases, the tap changer consists of two units. The first unit is the tap selector, which is directly located inside the transformer tank and switches to the next higher or lower tap without carrying current. The second unit is the diverter switch, which switches without any interruption from one tap to the next while carrying load current. The commutation resistances R limit the short circuit current between the taps which could otherwise become very high due to the interruption-free switching of the contacts. The switching process between two taps takes approximately 40 - 80 ms.

Tap selector

R

Diverter switch

OLTC

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Figure 8-10:Tap changer

Figure 8-10 shows a tap changer with the tap selector (lower part) and the diverter switch (upper part). In figure 8-11, a transformer with an attached tap changer is shown. In both pictures the separate oil tank of the diverter switch is clearly visible.

Figure 8-12 shows a diverter switch of a 40 MVA transformer for 110 kV. The switches shown are positioned near the star-point of the transformer's high voltage windings.


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Figure 8-11:Transformer with tap changer

Figure 8-12:Diverter switch for 110 kV / 40 MVA

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8.9.5 Four-Wire Connection for Transformer Winding Resistance MeasurementSince the winding resistances are very small, the test set is connected in 4-wire configuration. It has to be observed that the contact resistances of the connection clamps do not falsify the measuring result (figure 8-13).

Figure 8-13:Four-wire resistance measurement

A constant current source is used to feed a direct current into the winding. The test current should be at least 1% of the rated current to bring the core into saturation. On the other hand it should not exceed 15% of the rated current to avoid temperature rise during measurement. A relatively high no-load voltage enables a quick saturation of the core and a final value with only minor fluctuations is reached. Therefore, in most cases the charging time per tap is distinctly less than 30 seconds. By pressing one button on the test system, all values are logged and a test report is automatically generated (picture 8-14). The resistance values are automatically corrected to the reference temperature by automatic calculation utilizing the following formula:

Measuring lines for I

Measuring lines for U

Rx RmTx 235+Tm 235+----------------------×= x = reference temperature

m = temperature at measurement


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Figure 8-14:Automatically generated test report

Even comprehensive measurements can be performed very efficiently within a short time. For example, if all resistances of the taps 1 - 19 upwards and the taps 19 - 1 downwards for all three phases are measured, this corresponds to a total of 114 resistance measurements. In this particular example, the testing time was found to be less than 90 minutes for all measurements.

8.9.6 Safety AspectsFeeding currents of several amps through a coil rated at hundreds of Henries causes a high magnetic energy to be stored in the coil inductance. If the measuring circuit was interrupted without discharging this energy, very high voltages would be induced which would be very dangerous for the operator and the test system. An automatic discharge of the coil inductance after measurement is automatically carried out as it is essential for safe operation, though while switching from one tap to another, a discharge cycle is not necessary and this saves a lot of time.

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8.9.7 Delta-Connected WindingsFor delta-connected windings, R12, R23 and R31 cannot be measured directly but calculated from the measured Ra, Rb and Rc values.

Ra = R1 + R2

Rb = R2 + R3

Rc = R3 + R1

Y connection without Neutral:

Rc - Rb + Ra = 2 R1 ⇒ R1 = (Rc + Ra - Rb) / 2

Ra - Rc + Rb = 2 R2 ⇒ R2 = (Ra + Rb - Rc) / 2

Rb - Ra + Rc = 2 R3 ⇒ R3 = (Rb + Rc - Ra) / 2

Closed delta winding

R12 = R1 + R2 + (R1 x R2) / R3

R23 = R2 + R3 + (R2 x R3) / R1

R31 = R3 + R1 + (R3 x R1) / R2

Figure 8-15:Delta-connected windings


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8.9.8 Winding Resistance Measurement of a 100 MVA TransformerThe 220 kV/110 kV – 100 MVA transformer under test manufactured in 1995 was found to have conspicuously high quantities of gas in the oil, from which the conclusion was drawn of inner overheating. The measurement results taken with the test system (figure 8-16) show a very good match with the values measured by the manufacturer for the mid-position (denoted as tap 10) of the tap selector in all phases, where direct connection to the main winding occurs.

Figure 8-16:Winding resistance measurement H1-H0

In the measurements taken with the test system, the different winding temperatures were considered and all other taps showed a significant increase compared to the original measured values. The differences are more than 10% or, in absolute values, up to 70 m. The deviations between switching upwards and switching downwards are likewise clearly significant. This shows that the high contact resistances are actually caused by the switching contacts of the tap selector. No silver-plated contacts were originally used and the copper contact surface was now coated by oil carbon (figure 8-17) [2].

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Figure 8-17:Bad tap selector

After a full maintenance of the tap selector, no significant difference to the values measured at the factory in 1954 could be observed (figure 8-18).

Figure 8-18:Resistance after maintenance


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To examine the results in more detail, it is recommended to graph the difference between "UP" and "DOWN" values (figure 8-19). The difference before contact maintenance was up to 30 m = 5% and after maintenance it was below 1m = 0.18%. Current maintenance practices require values to be measured only for the middle and two extreme taps, yet this test system has shown that this is incomplete, with potentially serious consequences. To undertake a complete test to record the values for all taps with the described test equipment is not a significant effort.

Figure 8-19:Difference "UP" - "DOWN"

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8.9.9 Dynamic Behavior of the Diverter SwitchTo date, only the static behavior of the contact resistances has been taken into account in maintenance testing. With a dynamic resistance measurement, the dynamic behavior of the diverter switch can be analyzed.

Figure 8-20:Dynamic resistance measurement for analysis of the diverter switch

1 = Diverter switch commutes from the first tap to the first commutation resistor

2 = The second commutation resistor is switched in parallel

3 = Commutation to the second tap (direct contact)

4 = Charging the additional windings

For the dynamic resistance measurement, the test current should be as low as possible otherwise short interruptions or bouncing of the diverter switch contacts cannot be detected. In this case, the initiated arc has the effect of shortening the open contacts internally. Comparison to "fingerprint" results, which were taken when the item was in a known (good) condition allows for an efficient analysis.

A glitch detector measures the peak of the ripple and the slope of the measuring current, as these are important criteria for correct switching (without bouncing or other short interruptions). If the switching process is interrupted, even if only for a short-time, the ripple (= Imax - Imin) and the slope of the current change (di/dt) increase. The values for all taps and particularly the values for the three phases are compared. Major deviations from the mean values indicate faulty switching. For a more detailed analysis, a transient recorder can be used to record the current curve in real time. For this measurement, the transient recording functionality of the OMICRON CMC 256 was used (figure 8-20).


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8.9.10 Turns RatioThis test is normally only performed if a problem is suspected from the DGA, dissipation factor test or relay operation. The turns-ratio test detects shorted turns, which indicate insulation failure. Shorted turns may result from short circuits with high currents or insulation failures. The voltage ratio obtained by the test is compared to the boilerplate voltage ratio. The ratio obtained from the field test should agree with the factory value to within 0.5%. New transformers normally compare to the boilerplate within 0.1%. With the described test system, it is additionally possible to measure the ratio with magnitude and phase angle over a wide frequency range.

In the figures 8-21 and 8-22, an analysis of a transformer with shorted turns in the low voltage winding (phase A) is shown.

Figure 8-21:Ratio magnitude = f(f)

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Figure 8-22:Ratio phase angle =f(f)

The large difference of approximately 20% indicates a failure with 20% of the turns. Due to the non-linear behavior, it can be assumed that the current, which is flowing through the low voltage winding is partly flowing through the magnetic core. This can happen when the forces have significantly deformed the inner turns (figure 8-23).

Figure 8-23:Leakage flux and forces during a fault


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The winding is probably interrupted and parts of the winding are contacting the core which can be proven by measuring a resistance of 10m between LV winding and core. For intact windings, this ratio is nearly totally independent from the frequency in the discussed frequency range.

The ratio was measured with a test voltage of 200V on the HV side. The excitation current of the defective phase was approximately 340 mA whereas the excitation current of the intact phases was approximately 10 mA.

8.9.11 Excitation CurrentThis test should be performed before any direct current (DC) tests. Results will be incorrect because of the residual flux of the core, which was initiated by the direct current.

By utilizing this test, short-circuited turns, poor electrical connections, core lamination shorts, tap changer problems and other possible core and winding problems can be detected. For a good interpretation of the results, comparison to fingerprints is recommended. If no such test results are available, comparison should be made to transformers of similar design. On three-phase transformers, results are also compared between phases. On a three-phase, y-delta or delta-y transformer, the excitation current will be higher on the two outer phases than on the middle phase. Only the two higher currents can be compared. If the excitation current is less than 50 mA, the difference between the two higher currents should be less than 10%. If the excitation current is more than 50 mA, the difference should be less than 5%. In general, if there is an internal problem, these differences will be greater. In this case other tests will also show abnormalities, and an internal inspection should be considered.

8.9.12 Leakage Reactance

voltagecircuitshortmeasuredtheUandlossescircuitshortmeasuredtheP

with

XHzL

IUP

IUZHzX

IUP

IUZHzR

k

k

kk

kkkk

kkkk

==

=

−==

==

ωπ

ϕ

ϕ

**2)50(

))**3

(1(**3

sin*)50(

**3*

*3cos*)50(

2

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The measurement of the short circuit impedance is done as part of the initial acceptance test in the factory. The leakage reactance can be calculated from the short circuit impedance. The difference between the average of Lk of the three phases should be within 3% of the calculated value from the short circuit impedance factory test. However, the percentage impedance should not vary more than 1% from any fingerprint results taken in a good condition.

After events such as through faults, nearby lightning strikes, other surges and transport of the transformer, this test is used in the field to detect winding deformation or displacement. This can lead to immediate transformer failure after a severe through fault, or a small deformation can lead to a failure several years later. Leakage reactance testing is performed by short-circuiting the low voltage winding, and applying a test voltage to the high voltage winding (figure 8-24).

Figure 8-24:Short circuit impedance test

Changes in leakage reactance and observed in capacitance tests (explained later) serve as an excellent indicator of winding movement and structural problems (displaced wedging, buckling, etc.). This test does not replace excitation current tests or capacitance tests, but complements them and they are often used together. The excitation current test relies on the magnetic resistance of the core while the leakage reactance test relies on the magnetic resistance of the leakage channel between the windings (figure 8-24).

Using the test system, the leakage reactance can also be measured over the frequency range from 15 to 400 Hz. Intact windings show a nearly constant reactance value in this frequency range.

The transformer with the shorted LV winding (figure 8-21 and 8-22), was used for the leakage reactance frequency scan (figure 8-25). The faulty phase shows a totally different behavior. As already mentioned a part of the LV winding current is flowing through the core. In this case the leakage reactance depends on the frequency due to the skin effect.


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Figure 8-25:Leakage reactance frequency scan

8.9.13 Capacitance and DF MeasurementCapacitance (C) and Dissipation Factor (DF) measurement is an established and important insulation diagnosis method which was first published by Schering in 1919 [9] and utilized for this purpose in 1924. In a simplified diagram of the insulation Cp represents the capacitance and Rp the losses (figure 8-26).

Figure 8-26:Simplified circuit diagram of a capacitor

The vector diagram of the system is shown in figure 8-27.

ICP

U CP

IRP

RP

I

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Figure 8-27:Definition of dissipation factor (tan δ) and the vector diagram

The first measuring device for tan delta was the mentioned Schering bridge [9] (figure 8-28).

Re

IRp

U

ICp

I

j Im

δ

δtanIRpICP----------- 1

1 ωCp×--------------------

with ω 2 π f××

and f frequency=

=

==


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Figure 8-28:Schering bridge

Real parts:

Imaginary parts:

In figure 8-28, the serial connected C1 and R1 represent the test object with losses, C2 the loss-free reference capacitor. The parallel circuit diagram in figure 8-26 can be transferred as a direct equivalent into this serial diagram at specified frequencies. The new test system utilizes a method similar to that of the Schering bridge. The main difference is that the system described in figure 8-29 doesn't require tuning for measuring C and DF. Cn is a gas insulated reference capacitor with losses below 10E-5.

C1

C2

R1

R3 R4 C4

R11

jωC1-------------+

R3--------------------------

1R4------ jωC4+

jωC2--------------------------=

R1R3------

C4C2------ R1

C4C2------ R3×=⇒=

C1 R3× C2 R4× C1R4R3------ C2×=⇒=

δtan R1 ωC1×=

δtan C4R3C2------× ω

R4R3------×× C2×=

δ ω C4× R4×=tan

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For laboratory use, such capacitors are regularly used to obtain precise measurements, as the climatic conditions are very constant. This is not the case for on-site measurements where temperatures can vary significantly, which leads to extension and contraction of the electrode length in the reference capacitor. The test system takes all these effects into account and compensates for them electronically, so it is now for the first time possible to measure in the field down to DF = 5 x 10 E-5. The correlation between DF and power factor = cos ϕ and the vector diagram are shown in figure 8-30.

U0(t)

UN(t) UX(t)Z1 Z2

ICN ICX

ZN CX ZX, LXCN

Reference path Measurement path


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Figure 8-30:Correlation between DF and PF

To the present day, the dissipation or power factor was measured only at line frequency. With the power source described in [8], it is now possible to make these insulation measurements in a wide frequency range. Beside the possibility to apply frequency scans, measurements can be made at frequencies different from the line frequency and their harmonics. With this principle, measurements are possible also in the presence of high electromagnetic interference in high voltage substations.

Im

ICN ICX

δ

ϕ

UORe

Withδ 1

δ δ ϕ

δ

sin≅tan≅

«

π2--- ϕ–=

PF DF1 DF2+------------------------=

DF PF1 PF2–----------------------=

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8.9.14 DF Measurements on Transformer WindingsA transformer contains a complicated insulation system. High and low voltage windings have to be insulated to tank and core (ground) and against each other. All these insulation gaps should be checked regularly.

Figure 8-31:2-windings-transformer

Normally in a two-winding power transformer, C-Tan-Delta measurements are made for all insulation gaps: HV to LV, HV to ground, LV to ground (figure 8-31). A three-winding transformer is much more complicated and more tests are necessary to measure all gaps.

The dissipation factor is an indicator of the oil-paper insulation quality of the single gaps. Degradation of oil, water content and contamination with carbon and other particles can increase the DF. New HV-power transformers and transformers of good quality have values for DF below 0.5%. Figure 8-32 shows a DF measurement HV-winding to LV-winding.

The DF value for 60Hz is about 0.30%. The character of the DF curve over the frequency range is interesting and should be retained as a fingerprint result for future diagnosis of the insulation and its degradation.


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Figure 8-32:Frequency scan HV-LV (154kV-20kV)

8.9.15 Capacitance Measurements on Transformer WindingsThe capacitance test measures the capacitance between the high and low voltage windings, between the high voltage winding and the tank & core (ground), and between the low voltage winding and the tank & core (ground). Nearby lightning strikes or through faults can cause a change of the measured capacitance values. This indicates winding deformation and structural problems such as displaced wedging and winding support.

8.9.16 Capacitance and DF Measurements on Transformer BushingsThe high voltage bushings are critical components of the power transformer and particularly, capacitive high voltage bushings need care and regular tests to avoid sudden failures. These bushings have a measurement tap-point at their base and both the capacitance between the top of the bushing and the bottom tap (normally called C1) and the capacitance between the tap and ground (normally called C2) are measured. An increase of C1 indicates partial breakdowns of the internal layers.

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Figure 8-33 shows the change of C1 for different types of bushings:

• "Resin-impregnated paper (RIP)

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To determine bushing losses, dissipation factor tests are also performed. Figure 8-34 shows the increase of losses for RIP-, OIP-, and RBP-bushings. RBP-bushings particularly show a significant change of capacitance and dissipation factor during their life-time [10].

About 90% of bushing failures may be attributed to moisture ingress. As already shown with the winding-to-winding insulation, analysis of bushing insulation is much more detailed when frequency scans are performed. Figures 8-35 to 8-37 show interesting DF curves of power transformer HV bushings over frequency.

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Figure 8-35:DF of a new 154 kV bushing

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These results show that the frequency scan method will enable more detailed insulation analysis in the future. But it is necessary to compare the curves to fingerprint measurements. This way it will be possible to detect changes in insulation at a very early stage.

8.9.17 SummaryWith advancing age of transformers, a regular check of the operating condition becomes more and more important. The analysis of the gas in oil is well-proven method of analysis but must be complemented by efforts to locate any faults indicated by excess hydrocarbon gases in the oil. This way important maintenance can be performed in time to avoid a sudden total failure. The fault location can be successfully performed using simple electrical methods, such as resistance measurements.

The described new test technology enables DF frequency scans which, by comparing DF curves to fingerprints it will be possible to detect degradation in insulation at a very early stage with a more detailed analysis. Additionally, excellent suppression of electromagnetic interference is guaranteed.

With the described system, other interesting tests can be performed such as zero sequence measurements without additional equipment; current transformers can be tested up to 2000A (ratio, polarity, excitation curve, burden …); voltage transformers can be tested up to 2000V, contact resistances, ground and line impedances can be measured and a lot of additional applications are possible.

All measurements can be performed quickly and efficiently with automatic test procedures enabling simple operation such that all results are saved in one system. Essentially, the whole test report and diagnosis can be created automatically.

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8.9.18 References[1] Weck, K.-H.: Instandhaltung von Mittelspannungs-verteilnetzen, Haefely

Symposium 2000, Stuttgart

[2] Seitz, V.: Vorbeugende Instandhaltung an Leistungstransformatoren – Betriebsbegleitende Messungen an Stufenschaltern und Durchführungen, OMICRON Anwendertagung 2003, Friedrichshafen

[3] CIGRE-WG 12-05: An international survey on failures in large power transformers in service, Electra No. 88 1983, S. 21-48

[4] Dörnenburg, E., Hutzel, O.: Betriebsüberwachung durch Untersuchungen des Isolieröls, etz-a, Bd. 98 1977 H.3, S. 211-215

[5] Müller, R., Schliesing, H., Soldner, K.: Prüfung und Überwachung von Transformatoren durch Analyse der im Öl gelösten Gase, Sonderdruck aus Elektrizitätswirtschaft, Trafo Union Nürnberg, 1981, TU 81.5.19/1.75

[6] Foschum, H.: Erfahrungsbericht zur Gasanalyse an Öltransformatoren, ELIN-Zeitschrift 1980, Heft ½, S. 17-26

[7] Möllmann, A., Lütge, H.: IEC / VDE Standards für flüssige Isolierstoffe zur Diagnostik von Transformatoren und Wandlern, ETG-Fachbericht "Diagnostik elektrischer Betriebsmittel", VDE-Verlag GmbH Berlin 2002, S. 205-210

[8] Hensler, Th., Kaufmann, R., Klapper, U., Krüger, M., Schreiner: S., 2003, "Portable testing device", US Patent 6608493

[9] Schering, H.: "Brücke für Verlustmessungen", Tätigkeitsbericht der Physikalisch-Technischen Reichsanstalt, Braunschweig 1919

[10] Sundermann, U.: "Transformer life cycle management" 1.Symposium Geriatrie des Transformators, Regensburg 2002


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Contact Information / Technical Support


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Aaddress

of manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155auto test points

at TanDelta test card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Ccapacitor

reference capacitor for CP TD1 . . . . . . . . 17CP CAL1 calibration set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15CP TD1

optional test system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11CPC Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Ddimensions

CP TD1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

GGST

measuring modes (CP TD1 / TanDelta) . 20

Hhigh voltage

plug at CP TD1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Mmeasuring modes

UST & GST (CP TD1 / TanDelta) . . . . . . 20

Oordering information

calibration set CP CAL1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32CP TD1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32TH 3631 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Rreference capacitor for CP TD1 . . . . . . . . . . 17

Ssoftware

versionCPC 100 software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155


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TTanDelta

test card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18technical data

weight and dimensions (CP TD1) . . . . . . 29technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155temperature

temp. measuring unit TH 3631 . . . . . . . . 31test card TanDelta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18TH 3631

optional temp. measuring unit . . . . . . . . . 31trolley

setting CP TD1 into operation without trolley 16

trolley for CP TD1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

UUST

measuring modes (CP TD1 / TanDelta) . 20

Vversion

CPC 100 software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Wweight

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